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What event directly triggers the hardening of the jelly layer surrounding the egg?
What event directly triggers the hardening of the jelly layer surrounding the egg?
- The entry of the first sperm cell's head into the egg cytoplasm. (correct)
- The hormonal signals released by the egg in response to nearby sperm.
- The release of enzymes from multiple sperm acrosomes attacking the jelly layer.
- The physical contact of numerous sperm cells with the outer surface of the jelly layer.
Where in the female reproductive system does fertilization typically occur?
Where in the female reproductive system does fertilization typically occur?
- The vagina.
- The uterus.
- The cervix.
- The top part of the oviduct. (correct)
Which of the following mechanisms aids the movement of sperm cells through the oviduct towards the egg?
Which of the following mechanisms aids the movement of sperm cells through the oviduct towards the egg?
- The structural support provided by the jelly layer surrounding the egg itself.
- The directional flow of blood within the oviduct walls.
- The chemical attraction of the egg, guiding the sperm directly.
- The peristaltic contractions of muscles in the oviduct walls and cilia beating. (correct)
What is the immediate result of the fusion of a sperm nucleus and an egg nucleus?
What is the immediate result of the fusion of a sperm nucleus and an egg nucleus?
Why is it essential for sperm to encounter the egg in the oviduct soon after ovulation?
Why is it essential for sperm to encounter the egg in the oviduct soon after ovulation?
During fertilization, what part of the sperm cell actually enters the egg?
During fertilization, what part of the sperm cell actually enters the egg?
What is the role of the acrosome in the fertilization process?
What is the role of the acrosome in the fertilization process?
Following ejaculation, where are sperm cells initially deposited in the female reproductive tract?
Following ejaculation, where are sperm cells initially deposited in the female reproductive tract?
What is the primary mechanism by which sperm cells move from the vagina to the oviducts?
What is the primary mechanism by which sperm cells move from the vagina to the oviducts?
Why does the egg move slowly through the oviduct?
Why does the egg move slowly through the oviduct?
What process facilitates the release of sperm cells from the male reproductive system?
What process facilitates the release of sperm cells from the male reproductive system?
How does increased blood flow contribute to the process of intercourse in males?
How does increased blood flow contribute to the process of intercourse in males?
What is the primary significance of bringing together chromosomes from two different sources (paternal and maternal) during fertilization?
What is the primary significance of bringing together chromosomes from two different sources (paternal and maternal) during fertilization?
Millions of sperm cells are deposited into the vagina, however, only one sperm cell fertilizes the egg. What prevents more than one sperm from fertilizing the egg?
Millions of sperm cells are deposited into the vagina, however, only one sperm cell fertilizes the egg. What prevents more than one sperm from fertilizing the egg?
Which event is essential for successful fertilization to occur following sexual intercourse?
Which event is essential for successful fertilization to occur following sexual intercourse?
Flashcards
Zygote
Zygote
A diploid cell formed by the fusion of a sperm and egg nucleus.
Fertilization
Fertilization
Fusion of a sperm cell nucleus with an egg cell nucleus.
Peristaltic contractions
Peristaltic contractions
Male gametes are propelled through sperm ducts and the urethra.
Ejaculation
Ejaculation
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Sperm movement
Sperm movement
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Oviduct's role in sperm motion
Oviduct's role in sperm motion
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Ovulation
Ovulation
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Cilia function
Cilia function
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Oviduct peristalsis
Oviduct peristalsis
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Acrosome function
Acrosome function
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Fertilizing sperm
Fertilizing sperm
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Egg's defense mechanism
Egg's defense mechanism
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Nuclear fusion
Nuclear fusion
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Corpus luteum
Corpus luteum
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Hormone influence
Hormone influence
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Study Notes
Corpus Luteum
- Following ovulation, estrogen secretion decreases.
- The empty follicle becomes the corpus luteum.
- The corpus luteum secretes progesterone, maintaining the uterine lining for a potential embryo.
- If fertilization doesn't happen, the corpus luteum degenerates, causing progesterone levels to drop.
- Low estrogen levels along with low progesterone result in the disintegration of the uterine lining and menstruation.
- If fertilization occurs, the corpus luteum and uterine lining are maintained.
Fertilization Process
- Fertilization is the fusion of a sperm cell nucleus and an egg cell nucleus, creating a diploid zygote, or fertilized egg.
- Chromosomes from both parents combine.
- Sperm cells are released through peristaltic muscle contractions during ejaculation in the vagina.
- Increased blood flow to the penis causes it to become erect, enabling semen release near the cervix.
- Sperm use flagella to swim through the uterus to the oviducts.
- Cilia and muscle contractions in the oviducts aid sperm movement.
- During ovulation, a mature follicle releases an egg.
- Cilia sweep the immotile egg along the oviduct toward the uterus.
- Oviduct muscle peristalsis also helps move the egg.
- An unfertilized egg survives 8-24 hours post-ovulation.
- Fertilization happens most likely at the top of the oviduct near the ovary where a viable egg is most likely.
- Millions of sperm are deposited in the vagina, but only a small percentage survive to reach the oviducts.
- For fertilization, sperm must be deposited when a live egg is present in the oviduct near ovulation time.
- If intercourse happens around ovulation, the sperm could meet the egg in the oviduct.
- Upon reaching the egg's jelly layer, sperm release enzymes from their acrosomes to digest a path.
- When the first sperm reaches the egg's plasma membrane, it enters the egg.
- The sperm head's cytoplasm enters the egg, while the tail stays outside.
- The egg's jelly layer hardens after sperm entry to prevent other sperm from entering.
- Only one sperm fertilizes the egg in the oviduct.
- The sperm's haploid nucleus fuses with the egg's forming a diploid zygote.
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Overview of corpus luteum function and fertilization. The corpus luteum secretes progesterone, maintaining the uterine lining. Fertilization is the fusion of sperm and egg, creating a diploid zygote.
