reproduction Flashcards
1
Q
ovary
A
production of ova
releases progesterone and oestrogen
2
Q
vagina
A
copulatory organ
sperm can separate
produces odour as signal to male
3
Q
cervix
A
prevents bacteria entering the uterus
traps sperm produces mucus
4
Q
testis
A
production of sperm
testosterone
5
Q
epididymis
A
transport of sperm from testes to vas deferens
secretion of nutrients to sperm
6
Q
uterus
A
transport sperm to cervix
releases prostaglandin
7
Q
List TWO (2) reasons for controlling the time of ovulation in livestock animals
A
to allow for easier use of reproductive technologies
to allow for a compact breeding and birthing period
8
Q
List THREE (3) methods that can be used to make a ram infertile.
A
castration
short-scrotum
vasectomy
