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Sexual reproduction involves only one parent and its offspring is genetically identical to the parent.
Sexual reproduction involves only one parent and its offspring is genetically identical to the parent.
False
The male reproductive system includes the function of producing sperm and secreting testosterone.
The male reproductive system includes the function of producing sperm and secreting testosterone.
True
The pituitary gland secretes FSH (follicle stimulating hormone) causing the production of eggs in the ovaries.
The pituitary gland secretes FSH (follicle stimulating hormone) causing the production of eggs in the ovaries.
False
Seminal fluid provides nutrients, allows sperm to swim, and acts as a lubricant to protect sperm.
Seminal fluid provides nutrients, allows sperm to swim, and acts as a lubricant to protect sperm.
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Ovulation is stimulated by the hormone LH
Ovulation is stimulated by the hormone LH
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Progesterone inhibits lactation prior to birth
Progesterone inhibits lactation prior to birth
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Sheep are long-day breeders, breeding when daylight hours begin to increase
Sheep are long-day breeders, breeding when daylight hours begin to increase
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The birthing process in cows and sheep both involve the mother licking the calf or lamb clean
The birthing process in cows and sheep both involve the mother licking the calf or lamb clean
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The umbilical cord is cut and tied in three places during the birthing process
The umbilical cord is cut and tied in three places during the birthing process
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The placenta is removed by the farmer after birth to prevent any infections being spread or predator attraction
The placenta is removed by the farmer after birth to prevent any infections being spread or predator attraction
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The cow's gestation period is 283 days
The cow's gestation period is 283 days
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The fallopian tubes are where the egg is nourished and implanted
The fallopian tubes are where the egg is nourished and implanted
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