Unit 2.1 - Structure And Functions Of Reproductive Organs Flashcards

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1
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Where does gamete production take place in males?

A

The testes

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2
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Where do the testes produce sperm?

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In the seminiferous tubules

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3
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Where are the interstitial cells found?

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In the tissue between the seminiferous tubules

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4
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What’s the role of the interstitial cells?

A

Interstitial cells produce testosterone

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5
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What does the prostate gland and seminal vesicles do?

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They secrete fluids that maintain the mobility and viability of the sperm

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Where does gamete production take place in females?

A

In the ovaries

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What do the ovaries contain?

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Immature ovum at different stages of development

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What is each ovum surrounded by?

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A follicle which secretes hormones and protects the developing ovum

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What happens during ovulation?

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Mature ova are released into the oviduct

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10
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Where does fertilisation take place and what is formed?

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It takes place in the oviduct, a zygote is formed

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