Biology Chapter 19: Reproductive System

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What hormone is secreted by the placenta during pregnancy?

  • Human chorionic gonadotropin hormone (hCG) (correct)
  • Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)
  • Testosterone
  • Luteinizing hormone (LH)

In which part of the male reproductive system does spermatogenesis occur?

  • Seminiferous tubule (correct)
  • Epididymis
  • Vas deferens
  • Prostate gland

What is the term for the surgical removal of the male prepuce?

  • Circumcision (correct)
  • Vasectomy
  • Oophorectomy
  • Hysterectomy

What is the name of the layer of the uterus that is shed during menstruation?

<p>Endometrium (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which structure is responsible for making the penis erect?

<p>Corpus cavernosum (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Reproductive System

  • Hormone secreted by placenta during pregnancy: Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (hCG)

Sperm Pathway

  • Sperm pathway: Not specified in the provided text, but typically includes epididymis, vas deferens, ejaculatory duct, urethra

Female Reproductive System

  • Typical adult female ovulation day: 14
  • Layer of uterus shed-off during menstruation: Endometrium
  • Female external genitalia (except): Cervix is not part of female external genitalia

Male Reproductive System

  • Loose fold of skin that covers the glans penis: Prepuce
  • Surgical removal of male prepuce: Circumcision
  • Cells that produce Testosterone: Leydig Cells
  • Where Spermatogenesis happens: Seminiferous Tubule

Physiological Processes

  • Luteinizing hormone (LH) functions in: Ovulation and Corpus Luteum
  • The one that makes the penis erect: Corpus cavernosum
  • Forceful release of semen from the urethra: Ejaculation

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