Reproduction Flashcards
1
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Ovary
A
Releases oocytes (female gametes)
2
Q
Female hormones
A
Estrodiol, Progesterone, INHIBIN
3
Q
Cortex
A
Surface of the ovaries
4
Q
Follicles
A
Contain an oocyte
5
Q
Corpa lutea
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Produces progesterone
6
Q
Medule
A
Center of ovaries, gives ovary its mass
7
Q
Hilum
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Blood vessels enter ovary
8
Q
Oviduct
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Comes into contact with the oocyte right after ovulation
9
Q
Cervix
A
Opening of the uterus
10
Q
Uterus
A
House the conceptus, produces hormones
11
Q
Vagina
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Where
12
Q
Vulva
A
External opening, protects vagina
13
Q
Broad legament
A
Webbing that holds everything together
14
Q
Estrus
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Display of natural reproductivity
15
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Estrous cycle
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The period of time between two successful displays of reproductivity