Reproduction Flashcards
What is the function of the penis?
Delivers sperm into the vagina.
What is the function of the ovary?
Releases egg to be fertilised.
What is the function of the testes?
Produce sperm.
Where does the baby develop?
Uterus.
What does the baby need from the mother?
Oxygen and Nutrients
What is the function of the filament?
Holds up the anther.
Why do some plants have bright coloured petals?
Attract bees.
Where does the pollen tube grow?
Down through the style.
What is the process called when a pollen nucleus fuses with a ovule nucleus?
Fertilisation.
Where does the fruit grow from?
The ovary.
What happens to girls during puberty?
Breasts develop.
Ovaries release eggs.
Periods start.
Hips widen.
What happens to boys during puberty?
Voice breaks. Testes and penis get bigger. Testes start to produce sperm. Shoulders widen. Hair grows on the face and chest.
What happens to both boys and girls during puberty?
Pubic hair and underarm hair grows.
Body odour becomes stronger.
Experience emotional changes.
Growth spurt.
