Biology: Reproductive System and Gametes

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What is the primary function of the corpus luteum during the luteal phase?

To stimulate the growth of multiple follicles

To produce lots of estrogen

To release an oocyte from the ovary

To produce lots of progesterone (correct)

What is the primary function of the dartos and cremaster muscles in the male reproductive system?

To produce androgens

To regulate the temperature of the testes

To promote sperm production

To raise and lower the testes (correct)

What is the term for the process by which an oocyte matures and is released from the ovary?

Implantation

Oogenesis

Folliculogenesis

Ovulation (correct)

What is the outcome of the spermatogenesis process?

Production of 4 haploid daughter cells Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason why only one dominant follicle survives during the follicular phase?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the tunica vaginalis in the male reproductive system?

To provide a layer of protection for the testes Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the muscular contractions in the uterine tubes?

To propel the oocyte towards the uterus Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of cryptorchidism?

The testes fail to descend before birth Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the death of ovarian follicles?

Atresia Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the fimbriae in the uterine tubes?

To capture the oocyte from the ovary Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Sertoli cells in the male reproductive system?

To promote sperm production and eliminate germ cells Signup and view all the answers

What is the volume of a sperm cell compared to a female gamete?

It is 85,000 times less Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the epididymis in the male reproductive system?

To continue the maturation of sperm Signup and view all the answers

What is the main component of seminal fluid produced by the seminal vesicles?

Fructose Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the prostate gland in the male reproductive system?

To secrete fluid to coagulate semen Signup and view all the answers

What is the hormone responsible for stimulating the release of testosterone in the male reproductive system?

LH Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the cycle of oocyte production and follicle development in the female reproductive system?

Ovarian cycle Signup and view all the answers

What is the structure that partially covers the entrance to the vagina in the female reproductive system?

Hymen Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the areolar gland in the breast?

To secrete lubrication fluid to prevent chaffing Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary outcome of the secretory phase of the menstrual cycle?

The preparation of the endometrial lining for implantation Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary mechanism of action of hormonal birth control?

The manipulation of the negative feedback system Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the SRY gene in the development of males?

To prompt male development and cause testosterone secretion Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary outcome of the proliferative phase of the menstrual cycle?

The rebuilding of the endometrial lining Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between the Müllerian duct and the Wolffian duct?

The Müllerian duct forms the uterus, uterine tubes, and part of the vagina, while the Wolffian duct forms the epididymis, ductus deferens, and seminal vesicles Signup and view all the answers