Reproduction (79-95) Flashcards
Ejaculation
The forceful removal of sebum through the urethra in males
Emission
The release of the semen from its stores to the urethra before ejaculation.
Erection
The solidification of the penis by being filled up by blood
Gametogenesis
Production of reproductive cells (gametes) in the reproductive organs (oogenesis, spermatogenesis)
Gonads
Organs producing reproductive cells (ovaries, testis)
Hermaphroditism
Mixed male and female characteristics within the same person.
Interstitial cells
(also Leydig cells) Cells that produce testosterone in the testes.
Menopause
Termination of the female reproductive activity; resulting from a natural physiological procedure (climax).
Menstruation
Removal of the uterine endometria accompanied by bleeding at the end of a menstrual cycle.
Leydig-cells
Interstitial cells producing testosterone in the testes.
Climax
Cessation and termination of the female reproductive activity; a natural physiological procedure (leads to menopause)
Orgasm
The highest point of sexual excitement, marked by strong feelings of pleasure and normally by ejaculation of semen by male and by vaginal contractions within the female.
Ovulation
Ejection of the matured oocyte from the follicle in the ovary.
Reproductive cycle/menstrual cycle
Regularly recurring changes in the sexual hormones and reproductive organs in females
Semen
A mixture of sperm cells and of excretes of different reproductive glands which is ejaculate during sexual intercourse.
