18th Century Wars Overview
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What was the main purpose of Benjamin Franklin's Albany Plan of Union?

To unite the 13 colonies for defense against any and all enemies.

Why was the Albany Plan of Union rejected by both Britain and the colonies?

The colonies were anxious about losing their individuality, while Britain feared it might lead to a call for independence.

How did British economic policies differ from French policies towards Native Americans?

The French had a liberal economic policy with the natives, while the British followed a monopolistic approach.

What was the impact of the British Navigation Acts on non-British traders and shipbuilders?

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What led to military confrontations in the American colonies between the British and French?

<p>Clashing economic interests between British mercantilism and French liberal policies eventually resulted in military conflict.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the main outcome of the War of Austrian Succession for Britain?

<p>Britain took advantage of France's failures and attacked French colonies in the Atlantic.</p> Signup and view all the answers

During which years did the Seven Years War take place?

<p>The Seven Years War took place from 1756 to 1763.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What were the two main colonial powers involved in the War of Austrian Succession?

<p>Prussia and Austria were the two main colonial powers involved in the war.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did British colonization impact Native American cultures?

<p>It caused disruption through military force and introduced diseases and cultural changes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant political change concerning the Thirteen Colonies during this period?

<p>The British Parliament began exercising absolute power in the Thirteen Colonies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the gathering in Albany in 1754?

<p>The purpose was to develop a new treaty with Native Americans.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role did trade play in the establishment of European settlements on the Eastern Coast of America?

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What was the unifying factor among the Thirteen Colonies?

<p>All colonies accepted and recognized the British King as their sovereign.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary purpose of the Iron Act?

<p>To increase manufacturing capacity in Britain and limit competition from the colonies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did the financial policy of Britain change after the French and Indian War?

<p>The financial policy shifted to impose additional taxes on the colonies to share in war debts and manage new territories.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the effect of the Currency Act on the American colonies?

<p>The Currency Act restricted the colonies from printing their own paper currency without proper backing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What were the implications of the policy of enlightened despotism for Britain and the colonies?

<p>It led to administrative reforms and centralization of power, diminishing local legislative authority.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the nature of the financial obligations that American colonies had towards Britain before the new policies were enacted?

<p>American colonies experienced semi-financial independence and local tax collection, which was previously lenient.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What triggered the American Revolution according to historians?

<p>Measures by the British Parliament made the Revolution inevitable.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is the American War of Independence referred to as a revolution?

<p>It is called a revolution because it transformed the colonies from a group of mismatched states into a unified nation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the role of the American colonies in the Seven Years' War?

<p>The American colonies contributed to the British victory in the Seven Years' War.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did the British Parliament's handling of taxation affect colonial sentiment?

<p>Historians believe the British Parliament's arrogant and incompetent handling of taxation led to colonial frustration and unrest.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant outcome of the American War of Independence?

<p>The American War of Independence liberated the colonies and established a democratic government.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did Samuel Adams contribute to the American Revolution in Boston?

<p>Samuel Adams raised the issue of 'Taxation Without Representation' and advocated for a unified front against British policies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the phrase 'Taxation Without Representation' during this period?

<p>'Taxation Without Representation' symbolized the colonies' rejection of British authority to impose taxes without their consent.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what way did Boston serve as the center of protest against British policies?

<p>Boston was the focal point for political activism and boycotts against British goods, driving the revolutionary movement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What actions did Bostonians take in response to taxation and laws imposed by the British Parliament?

<p>Bostonians refused to accept any acts of Parliament and organized boycotts against British luxury goods.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What were town meetings in Boston, and why were they significant?

<p>Town meetings allowed all citizens an equal voice in local affairs, fostering a sense of community and political engagement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did Americans view British Parliament's right to levy taxes?

<p>Americans questioned the legitimacy of Parliament's right to impose taxes without colonial representation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of protests in Boston on British policies?

<p>The protests challenged British authority and highlighted the colonies' refusal to accept unilateral legislative actions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the broader context of the American Revolution concerning the New England colonies?

<p>The American Revolution was a direct challenge to British policies that were seen as infringing on the rights and economies of the colonies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What event is often referred to as the Boston Massacre, and why is it significant?

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What strategy did the British government employ to assist the British East India Company during the tea crisis?

<p>The British government implemented the Tea Acts, giving the East India Company a monopoly on tea by bypassing American middlemen and directly selling to colonial agents.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the main contention of the American colonists regarding the Tea Acts?

<p>The main contention was that agreeing to the Tea Acts would acknowledge Parliament's right to tax the colonies, which they vehemently opposed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did smuggling play a role in the economy of Boston at the time?

<p>Smuggling provided a vital supply of tea to Bostonians, as it was often cheaper than legally imported tea due to high taxes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the British response to the escalating tensions in Boston after the Massacre?

<p>In response to rising tensions, the British withdrew troops from Boston and retracted most import duties, except for the tea tax.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary reason for the opposition to the Stamp Act among various American groups?

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What were the key actions taken by the Sons of Liberty in response to British policies?

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How did the Quartering Act of 1765 impact the relationship between the American colonies and British troops?

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What economic strategy did the British Parliament adopt after repealing the Stamp Act?

<p>After repealing the Stamp Act, the British Parliament imposed additional taxes on imports through the Townshend Duties to target the colonial economy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What actions did Boston residents take in response to the Townshend Duties?

<p>Boston residents boycotted goods subject to the Townshend Duties, urged the purchase of local products, and harassed British agents.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did British Parliament dismiss the New York Assembly during the enforcement of the Quartering Act?

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What was the purpose of the Colonial Board of Customs Commissioners established in Boston in 1767?

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What was a significant outcome of the colonial protests against the Stamp Act and the Townshend Duties?

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What is the function of the epididymis in sperm maturation?

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Which structure delivers sperm from the epididymis to the urethra?

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What is a characteristic of asexual reproduction?

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What are gametes?

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What role does physical stimulation of the penis play during ejaculation?

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In parthenogenesis, what determines the sex of the offspring in honeybees?

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What is a key component of semen aside from sperm?

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What is the primary structure of the penis that allows for an erection?

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Which reproductive strategy involves an individual having both male and female reproductive organs?

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What distinguishes sexual reproduction from asexual reproduction?

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What initiates the process of sperm mobilization during sexual stimulation?

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What is the typical volume of semen expelled during ejaculation?

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During development in mammals, what determines sex?

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Which statement about budding is true?

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What causes blood to collect within the spongy tissue of the penis during an erection?

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What is the outcome of the union of a sperm and an egg during sexual reproduction?

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What effect do rising levels of estrogen have during the reproductive cycle?

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During which phase does the corpus luteum primarily secrete progesterone?

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What is considered a male's threshold for sterility based on sperm count?

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What initiates ovulation in the reproductive cycle?

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What happens to the endometrium if fertilization does not occur?

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At birth, how many oocytes does a female typically have in her ovaries?

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What hormones are responsible for signaling oocytes to resume meiosis during puberty?

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What role does human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) play in early pregnancy?

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How many oocytes are typically ovulated in a woman's lifetime?

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During which days of the reproductive cycle does the luteal phase occur?

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What is the first stage of cell division that a zygote undergoes as it travels toward the uterus?

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What is the main function of the fallopian tubes in the female reproductive system?

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What happens to the follicle after ovulation?

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What happens to the oocytes that do not receive the proper developmental signal during puberty?

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What phase of division are oocytes in when a female is born?

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What layer lines the interior of the uterus?

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What significant change occurs to the embryo by the end of the second month of pregnancy?

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During which month of the second trimester does lanugo appear on the fetus?

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What is primarily responsible for the growth of the fetus during the third trimester?

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What process begins approximately 40 weeks from the last menstrual cycle?

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What hormone is involved in stimulating uterine contractions during childbirth?

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What structure contains blood vessels that connect from the umbilical cord to the uterus?

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By the end of the sixth month, what is true about the fetus regarding survival outside the uterus?

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What is the primary role of prolactin after birth?

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What initiates milk release in breastfeeding?

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What does allometric growth refer to?

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Which of the following is a method of contraception?

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What is a symptom associated with gonorrhea?

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What bacterium causes chlamydia?

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What is a potential consequence of untreated syphilis?

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Which is the most common STD in the United States?

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What characterizes neurological growth in infants?

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Flashcards

Albany Plan of Union

A proposed plan to unite the 13 colonies for defense against any enemies.

French presence in America

France had colonies in Southeast Canada, the Great Lakes region, and the Midwest.

British Mercantilist Policy

Colonies primarily trade with British, maximizing British exports and minimizing imports from colonies.

Navigation Acts

Laws forcing colonial trade to be primarily with Britain, using only British ships.

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Colonial anxieties

Colonies were hesitant to compromise their individual identities and feared losing autonomy in a larger union.

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War of Austrian Succession

War fought between Prussia and Austria (1740-1748). Britain allied with Prussia, while France backed Austria.

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Seven Years' War

A global war (1756-1763) fought in Europe, India, and America, marking the first global conflict.

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French Losses (18th C.)

France suffered significant setbacks during the 18th-century wars, particularly the Seven Years' War, impacting their colonial ambitions.

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British Colonies (America)

British settlements along America's East Coast, which were gradually declared and administered as British colonies.

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Thirteen Colonies

The 13 British colonies along the eastern coast of North America, sharing similar political/legal systems but independent of each other.

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WASP

White Anglo-Saxon Protestant; the majority of settlers in the 13 Colonies.

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Native American Relations

Relations between colonists and Native Americans varied greatly, ranging from constructive and peaceful to destructive and brutal, often centered around land disputes.

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Albany Congress (1754)

A meeting of colonial representatives in Albany, New York, aimed at improving relations with Native Americans and developing colonial unity.

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American War of Independence

The war fought by the American colonies to gain independence from Britain, resulting in the formation of the United States.

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American Revolution

The political upheaval that led to the American colonies' separation from British rule during the 18th century.

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British Parliament

The legislative body of the British government, which made decisions and levied taxes on the American colonies.

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American Taxation

The act of imposing taxes by the British Parliament on the American colonies, causing immense tension.

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United States of America

The name given to the newly independent nation formed from the thirteen original colonies after the American War of Independence.

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Enlightened Despotism

A new British policy with centralized power and unified taxation in Britain and its colonies.

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American Colonies' Financial Policy

Previously, American colonies enjoyed semi-financial independence, with colonies paying locally-issued taxes.

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French and Indian War

A war that greatly damaged the British economy, leading to major financial problems and a shift in British policy.

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Parliament's New Colonial Policy

Parliament shifted to policies where the American colonies shared war debts and handled expenses for newly acquired territories.

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Iron Act

An act imposing additional burdens on American colonies, limiting competition with British steel and protecting British iron industry.

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Taxation Without Representation

The American colonists' opposition to British taxes levied on them without their having any say in the process.

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Samuel Adams

A key figure in the American Revolution, arguing passionately against taxation without representation.

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Boston's Role

Boston was a crucial center of political and economic activity, where protests and boycotts against British policies originated.

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Colonial Unity

A desire for the colonies to present a unified front in their opposition to British policies.

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Boycotts

A crucial tactic used by the colonists, involving the refusal to buy British goods as a form of resistance.

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British Policy

The policies of the British Parliament aimed at controlling the American colonies, including taxation, and influencing the colonies' economies.

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Colonial Resistance

The actions taken by the American colonists to resist British policies, including boycotts, protests, and other forms of defiance.

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Rejection of Parliament

The American colonists' refusal to accept laws passed by the British Parliament, asserting their right to self-governance.

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Boston Massacre

The first armed confrontations in Boston, resulting in 5 deaths but becoming a key catalyst for revolutionary sentiment.

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British Tea Act

The act that granted the British East India Company a monopoly on tea trade in the colonies by undercutting the price of smuggled tea.

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Colonial Resistance to Tea Act

The colonists strongly opposed the Tea Act, viewing it as an infringement on their autonomy and a step towards increased taxation.

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British East India Company

A powerful British company crucial for British colonialism in India and China, also involved in slave labor.

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Colonial Grievance (1770s)

Colonists felt the British policies were a systematic assault on their liberties, leading to increased tension and eventual rebellion.

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Stamp Act 1765

A direct tax imposed by the British Parliament on all legal and official papers and publications in the American colonies.

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Direct Tax

A tax paid directly to the British government, not collected by colonial legislatures.

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Sons of Liberty

An American opposition group formed to challenge the British government, advocating for colonial rights in the 13 colonies.

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Quartering Act

An act requiring American colonists to provide food and shelter to British troops stationed in the colonies.

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Townshend Duties

A new series of taxes and regulations imposed by Parliament on imported goods into the American colonies.

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Colonial Boycotts

A tactic of colonial resistance where colonists refused to buy British goods in protest against new taxes or policies.

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Boston's Reaction

Boston reacted strongly against the Townshend Duties, organizing boycotts and protests against the new taxes.

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Stamp Act Repeal

British Parliament repealed the Stamp Act in response to strong colonial opposition and protests.

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Asexual Reproduction

A type of reproduction where a single parent produces offspring that are genetically identical to itself.

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Sexual Reproduction

A type of reproduction involving the union of two specialized cells called gametes (sperm and egg), leading to offspring with a mix of genetic material from both parents.

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Fission

A type of asexual reproduction where a single-celled organism divides into two identical daughter cells.

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Budding

A type of asexual reproduction where a new individual develops from an outgrowth or bud on the parent's body.

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Gametes

Specialized reproductive cells (sperm and egg) that fuse during fertilization to form a zygote.

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Zygote

A fertilized egg cell formed by the fusion of a sperm and egg.

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Parthenogenesis

A type of reproduction where an embryo develops from an unfertilized egg.

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Hermaphroditism

A reproductive strategy where a single organism possesses both male and female reproductive organs.

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Epididymis

A long, coiled tube in the male reproductive system where sperm cells mature and become motile.

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Vas Deferens

A long tube that carries sperm from the epididymis to the urethra.

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What is the role of the penis?

The penis is an external tube containing spongy tissue that inflates with blood during arousal, allowing for sexual intercourse. It also contains the urethra.

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What is 'erection'?

The process where the penis becomes firm and erect due to blood filling the spongy tissue.

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Ejaculation

The forceful ejection of semen, which contains sperm and secretions from glands, from the urethra.

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Semen

A fluid mixture containing sperm and secretions from glands, such as the prostate gland.

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Prostate gland

A gland in the male reproductive system that secretes fluid that provides nutrients and protection for sperm.

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Urethra

A tube that carries both urine and semen from the body. In males, it runs through the penis.

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Sperm Count

The number of sperm cells per milliliter of semen; a low count below 20 million per ml is considered sterile.

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Oocytes

Immature egg cells found in the ovaries, present at birth and ready to develop during a woman's reproductive years.

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Ovulation

The process where a mature oocyte is released from the ovary and enters the fallopian tube, ready for fertilization.

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Primary Oocyte

An oocyte that has begun the first meiotic division but is waiting for hormonal signals to complete the process.

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FSH and LH

Hormones that initiate and regulate the process of ovulation, signaling the primary oocytes to continue meiotic division.

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Fallopian Tubes

Tubes that transport eggs from the ovaries to the uterus, where fertilization can occur.

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Endometrium

The inner lining of the uterus, which sheds during menstruation.

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Menstruation

The monthly shedding of the endometrium if fertilization doesn't occur, also known as a period.

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Follicular Phase

The first phase of the menstrual cycle, characterized by the development of a follicle in the ovary and the rising levels of estrogen.

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Negative Feedback

A regulatory mechanism where the output of a system inhibits its own production, creating a self-regulating loop.

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Luteal Phase

The second phase of the menstrual cycle, occurring after ovulation, where the corpus luteum forms and secretes progesterone.

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Positive Feedback

A regulatory mechanism where the output of a system stimulates its own production, resulting in an amplified response.

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Corpus Luteum

A temporary endocrine gland formed from the ruptured follicle after ovulation, secreting progesterone.

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Progesterone's Role

Progesterone inhibits FSH and LH secretion, prepares the uterus for fertilization, and is essential for maintaining pregnancy.

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Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (hCG)

A hormone produced by the embryo, which maintains the corpus luteum during early pregnancy.

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Embryo to Fetus

The developing human changes dramatically during the second month of pregnancy, taking on a distinctly human form. By the end of the third month, the embryo is considered a fetus.

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Fetal Development - Second Trimester

The second trimester focuses on growth. During the fifth month, fine hair called lanugo covers the head and body. While the fetus grows, it still cannot survive outside the uterus without medical intervention.

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Fetal Development - Third Trimester

The third trimester involves rapid growth fueled by the mother's bloodstream through the placenta. The placenta connects to the fetus via the umbilical cord.

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Placenta Structure

The placenta contains blood vessels that extend from the umbilical cord into the uterus lining. This allows nutrient and oxygen exchange between the mother and the fetus.

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Labor and Delivery

At around 40 weeks, the birth process begins with labor and delivery. Hormones like oxytocin and prostaglandins trigger contractions to expel the baby during labor.

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Postpartum Milk Production

After birth, the mammary glands are ready to produce milk. Prolactin, a hormone, stimulates milk production starting around the third day after delivery.

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Lanugo

Fine hair that covers the head and body of the fetus during the fifth month of pregnancy.

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Umbilical Cord

A cord connecting the fetus to the placenta. It carries blood vessels for nutrient and oxygen exchange.

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Oxytocin's Role in Lactation

Oxytocin, a hormone released during breastfeeding, stimulates the release of milk from the mammary glands.

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Allometric Growth

The concept that different parts of the body grow and mature at different rates.

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What is Birth Control?

Methods used to prevent pregnancy without avoiding sexual intercourse.

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Gonorrhea's Effects

A sexually transmitted disease caused by a bacterium, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, that can lead to discharge and, if untreated, pelvic inflammatory disease and sterility.

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Chlamydia's Risk

A sexually transmitted disease caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis, often without symptoms, and can lead to pelvic inflammatory disease.

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Syphilis's Potential Damage

A sexually transmitted disease caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum, which, if left untreated, can lead to heart disease, mental deficiency, and nerve damage.

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Genital Herpes's Characteristics

A sexually transmitted disease caused by the herpes simplex virus type 2, the most common STD in the US, resulting in red blisters on the genitals.

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Understanding STDs

Sexually transmitted diseases are infectious conditions spread through sexual contact, with varying symptoms and severity, requiring proper prevention and treatment.

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Study Notes

18th Century Wars

  • Many wars were fought during this period, including significant conflicts
  • Key wars: War of Austrian Succession and Seven Years War

War of Austrian Succession

  • Fought between 1740 and 1748
  • Involved Prussia and Austria
  • Britain allied with Prussia
  • France allied with Austria
  • Disputes between Prussia and Austria were resolved
  • This war is noteworthy due to the outcome

Seven Years War

  • Fought between 1756 and 1763
  • A global war, involving Europe, India, and America
  • The first instance of a global war
  • France was the greatest loser in this war
  • Britain took advantage and attacked French colonies in the Atlantic
  • French weaknesses benefitted Britain, impacting the American War of Independence

Background of the Seven Years' War in America

  • European settlements existed in America since the 16th century, heavily motivated by trade
  • The majority of early settlers who populated the Eastern Coast were White Anglo-Saxon Protestants (WASP)
  • These settlements eventually developed into the nucleus of the United States
  • The 13 colonies were independent of each other, unified only by the British King as their sovereign
  • Native Americans maintained diverse relationships with colonists, sometimes peaceful and constructive, but also often destructive and brutal
  • Colonial relations initially involved individual and often separate interactions with the indigenous populations.

The Thirteen Colonies

  • Thirteen colonies along the Eastern Coast shared similar political and legal systems
  • The settlers were largely White Anglo-Saxon Protestants
  • The Thirteen Colonies would become the core of the United States (the nucleus of what would become the USA).

British Colonization and Impact

  • The British were the dominant colonizers in the area.
  • Their presence caused disruptions and disturbances in the existing native cultures. This disruption occurred indirectly through diseases and involuntary cultural changes and directly through military force.
  • Britain ultimately declared the American settlements as British Colonies and appointed officials to oversee them.
  • British Parliament established absolute rule over the American colonies.

Colonial Relations & Independence

  • The colonies were independent of each other.
  • The colonies all accepted the British King as their single governing entity

French and Indian War (part of the Seven Years' War)

  • 1754: The British government called for colonial representatives to meet in Albany, New York

    • To create a treaty with Native Americans
    • To develop a plan for joint defense against France.

  • Benjamin Franklin, a senior member of the Congress, proposed the Albany Plan of Union, designed to unify the 13 colonies against any enemies.

  • The proposal aimed to unite the 13 colonies for defense against any enemy and to coordinate cooperation at various governance levels.

  • The proposed plan called for a President General (appointed by the British Crown) and a Grand Council (with delegates from colonial assemblies, wherein all 13 colonies had equal voting power).

  • However, the Albany Plan of Union was rejected by both the British and the Colonies.

Reasons for Rejection

  • Colonies were fearful of losing their individual identity.
  • The British were wary of a unified union potentially leading to independence from the crown.

French Presence in North America

  • France had a presence in North America due to exploration and settlement.
  • They controlled areas of Southeast Canada, parts of the Northern USA, the Great Lakes region, and the Midwest.
  • A map displaying French territory and settlements during 1750 is included in the notes.

French and British Economic Policies

  • French policies towards the Native Americans were more favorable and liberal, but the British policy was monopolized.
  • British mercantilist policies dictated that the colonies had to import only from Britain and sell goods exclusively through British agents. These policies aimed to boost Britain's exports and minimize its imports from the American colonies.
  • Britain renewed the Old Navigation Acts, which restricted trade, specifically harming non-British traders and shipbuilders.

Conflict and Escalation

  • British monopolistic policies negatively impacted France.
  • Conflicts of economic interest developed between Britain and France, eventually leading to military confrontations within the American colonies.

Expansion of Settlements

  • The 18th century saw high population density along the East Coast.
  • Settlers began moving westward in search of land and opportunities.

Ohio Company

  • Britain granted exclusive rights to the Ohio Company to manage westward expansion.
  • The Ohio Company, a land speculation company, aimed to secure trade with Native Americans and control the Ohio Valley.

Ohio Valley Dispute

  • The Ohio Valley was already claimed and inhabited by the French.
  • The conflicting claims to the Ohio Valley between the French and the British led to conflicts and tensions.
  • The French built forts to reinforce their claims over the disputed territory.
  • The British responded by attempting to expel the French from the Ohio Valley.

The Seven Years' War Escalation

  • Conflicts over the Ohio Valley escalated into the full-scale Seven Years' War.
  • While seemingly focused on the Ohio Valley, this war really centered on the broader issue of British or French control within the American colonies.

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Explore the key conflicts of the 18th century, focusing on the War of Austrian Succession and the Seven Years War. This quiz delves into the global implications and alliances of these significant wars, highlighting their effects on European power dynamics and colonial expansion. Test your knowledge on how these wars shaped history.

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