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Phys II Final

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What are the energy sources stored in skeletal muscle?

  • Glucose and Pyruvate
  • Glycogen and Lactate
  • Fatty Acids and Ketones
  • ATP and Phosphocreatine (correct)

    • What is the name of the protein found in muscle tissue that can bind oxygen?

  • Hemoglobin
  • Myosin
  • Myoglobin (correct)
  • Actin

    • In addition to ATP, what other high-energy molecule can be used to power high-intensity muscle activity?

  • Creatine
  • Glycogen
  • ADP
  • Phosphocreatine (correct)

    • What is the storage form of glucose in the muscle?

    <p>Glycogen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the energy continuum is primarily used for a 50-yard dash?

    <p>Phosphagen System</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The source of ATP for a given activity is dependent on which two factors?

    <p>Intensity and duration of the activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which energy system would an athlete primarily use during a marathon?

    <p>Aerobic Metabolism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of metabolism yields the most energy?

    <p>Aerobic Metabolism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the absence of adequate carbohydrates in the body, what is the metabolic fate of triglycerides?

    <p>They are converted to fatty acids and ketones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following activities rely on ATP and creatine phosphate?

    <p>Weightlifting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a limitation of the ATP-PC system?

    <p>It provides energy for only a few seconds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a possible side effect of creatine monohydrate supplementation?

    <p>Gastrointestinal discomfort</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where in the muscle cell does anaerobic glycolysis occur?

    <p>Cytoplasm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How much energy (ATP) can be produced from one molecule of glucose using anaerobic glycolysis?

    <p>2 ATP</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Without adequate oxygen, what is the fate of pyruvate?

    <p>It is converted to lactic acid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the oxygen deficit?

    <p>The difference between oxygen demand and supply during exercise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What eventually happens to the lactic acid produced during exercise?

    <p>It is converted back to pyruvate and used for energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Cori cycle?

    <p>The conversion of lactic acid back to glucose in the liver</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a working muscle cell, what organelle is responsible for aerobic metabolism?

    <p>Mitochondria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the waste products of aerobic metabolism?

    <p>CO2 and water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under normal dietary conditions, why can't muscles rely solely on triglycerides as an energy source?

    <p>Complete oxidation of fats requires carbohydrates for the Krebs cycle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is beta oxidation?

    <p>The process of breaking down fatty acids into acetyl-CoA units</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does beta oxidation allow fatty acids to be oxidized to produce ATP?

    <p>By converting fatty acids into acetyl-CoA, which enters the Krebs cycle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the phrase 'fats burn in a carbohydrate flame' mean?

    <p>Fats require carbohydrates to be completely oxidized</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the physiological phenomenon of 'hitting the wall'?

    <p>The depletion of glycogen stores leading to fatigue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name some examples of low carbohydrate states that can lead to ketosis.

    <p>Periods of fasting or starvation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which tissues in the body can be adequately fueled by ketones?

    <p>Heart, skeletal muscle, kidneys, and brain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what organ does ketogenesis take place?

    <p>Liver</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the three ketones formed from acetyl-CoA?

    <p>Acetoacetate, beta-hydroxybutyrate, and acetone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does ketosis affect insulin and blood glucose levels?

    <p>Decreases insulin and stabilizes blood glucose levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following can hasten or produce muscle fatigue?

    <p>Dehydration and nutrient depletion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Muscle fatigue refers to:

    <p>Reduced capacity of a muscle to perform work</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which muscle fiber type is best suited for endurance?

    <p>Type I</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which muscle fiber type will hypertrophy with resistance training?

    <p>Type IIb</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the physiological features of Type I muscle fibers?

    <p>Slow contraction, high fatigue resistance, aerobic, small diameter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which dominant energy system is utilized by Type IIb fibers?

    <p>Anaerobic glycolysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does ventilation change at the onset of exercise?

    <p>Increases rapidly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the mechanism that triggers the change in ventilation at the onset of exercise?

    <p>Neural input from the brain, chemical changes in the blood, and proprioceptive feedback from muscles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do the ventilatory changes of well-trained athletes compare with those of untrained individuals?

    <p>Well-trained athletes have more efficient ventilatory responses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During aerobic exercise, how does ventilation change 4–6 minutes after the onset?

    <p>Increases to meet the steady-state demands of the activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the anaerobic threshold?

    <p>The point during intense exercise at which lactate starts to accumulate in the blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If exercise exceeds the anaerobic threshold, what changes can be observed in the blood?

    <p>Increase in blood lactate levels and hydrogen ions, leading to a drop in pH</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the increase in blood lactate and hydrogen ions lead to a change in ventilation?

    <p>It stimulates chemoreceptors, leading to increased ventilation to expel CO2 and restore pH balance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which function is NOT a primary role of the female reproductive system?

    <p>Regulation of blood pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the final stage of ova maturation?

    <p>Corpus albicans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phase is NOT part of the uterine cycle?

    <p>Luteal phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phase of the female sex act is regulated by the autonomic nervous system?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone does NOT play a significant role in the female reproductive cycle?

    <p>Testosterone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone stimulates the anterior pituitary to release FSH and LH?

    <p>GnRH</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of FSH in the ovarian cycle?

    <p>Stimulate follicular growth and maturation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What triggers the LH surge in the ovarian cycle?

    <p>High levels of estrogen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs during the follicular phase of the ovarian cycle?

    <p>Maturation of ovarian follicles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What event marks the end of the follicular phase?

    <p>Ovulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What hormone is primarily responsible for the luteal phase of the ovarian cycle?

    <p>Progesterone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which estrogen is the most potent and abundant in females?

    <p>Estradiol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of progesterone in the female reproductive system?

    <p>Prepare the uterus for pregnancy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phase of the uterine cycle involves shedding of the uterine lining?

    <p>Menstrual phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which phase does the endometrium rebuild itself?

    <p>Proliferative phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What initiates the early follicular phase of the ovarian cycle?

    <p>Increase in FSH</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What hormonal change triggers ovulation?

    <p>Surge in LH</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary hormone secreted by the corpus luteum during the luteal phase?

    <p>Progesterone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phase of the female sexual act is characterized by rhythmic contractions of the pelvic muscles?

    <p>Orgasm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone is known to enhance libido in females?

    <p>Testosterone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical viability period of the ovum?

    <p>12-24 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary mechanism of action for oral contraceptives?

    <p>Inhibiting ovulation by suppressing FSH and LH release</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which form of contraception has the lowest failure rate with typical use?

    <p>Hormonal IUD</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the energy sources stored in skeletal muscle?

    <p>Fatty Acids and Ketones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the protein found in muscle tissue that can bind oxygen?

    <p>Myoglobin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In addition to ATP, what other high-energy molecule can be used to power high-intensity muscle activity?

    <p>ADP</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the storage form of glucose in the muscle?

    <p>Lactate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the energy continuum is primarily used for a 50-yard dash?

    <p>Phosphagen System</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The source of ATP for a given activity is dependent on which two factors?

    <p>Muscle fiber type and hydration status</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which energy system would an athlete primarily use during a marathon?

    <p>Anaerobic Glycolysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of metabolism yields the most energy?

    <p>Aerobic Metabolism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the absence of adequate carbohydrates in the body, what is the metabolic fate of triglycerides?

    <p>They are converted to glucose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following activities rely on ATP and creatine phosphate?

    <p>Weightlifting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a limitation of the ATP-PC system?

    <p>It produces lactic acid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a possible side effect of creatine monohydrate supplementation?

    <p>Gastrointestinal discomfort</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where in the muscle cell does anaerobic glycolysis occur?

    <p>Mitochondria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How much energy (ATP) can be produced from one molecule of glucose using anaerobic glycolysis?

    <p>2 ATP</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Without adequate oxygen, what is the fate of pyruvate?

    <p>It is converted to glycogen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the oxygen deficit?

    <p>The difference between oxygen demand and supply during exercise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What eventually happens to the lactic acid produced during exercise?

    <p>It remains in the muscles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Cori cycle?

    <p>The process of converting glucose to glycogen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a working muscle cell, what organelle is responsible for aerobic metabolism?

    <p>Golgi Apparatus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the waste products of aerobic metabolism?

    <p>Lactate and CO2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under normal dietary conditions, why can't muscles rely solely on triglycerides as an energy source?

    <p>Triglycerides are not stored in muscle cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is beta oxidation?

    <p>The process of breaking down fatty acids into acetyl-CoA units</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does beta oxidation allow fatty acids to be oxidized to produce ATP?

    <p>By converting fatty acids into lactic acid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the phrase 'fats burn in a carbohydrate flame' mean?

    <p>Fats require carbohydrates to be completely oxidized</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the physiological phenomenon of 'hitting the wall'?

    <p>A sudden increase in energy levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name some examples of low carbohydrate states that can lead to ketosis.

    <p>Protein supplementation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which tissues in the body can be adequately fueled by ketones?

    <p>Heart, skeletal muscle, kidneys, and brain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what organ does ketogenesis take place?

    <p>Liver</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the three ketones formed from acetyl-CoA?

    <p>Acetoacetate, beta-hydroxybutyrate, and acetone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does ketosis affect insulin and blood glucose levels?

    <p>Increases insulin and blood glucose levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following can hasten or produce muscle fatigue?

    <p>Increased oxygen supply</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Muscle fatigue refers to:

    <p>Reduced capacity of a muscle to perform work</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which muscle fiber type is best suited for endurance?

    <p>Type I</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which muscle fiber type will hypertrophy with resistance training?

    <p>Type IIb</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the physiological features of Type I muscle fibers?

    <p>Fast contraction, high fatigue resistance, anaerobic, large diameter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which dominant energy system is utilized by Type IIb fibers?

    <p>Aerobic metabolism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does ventilation change at the onset of exercise?

    <p>Decreases gradually</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the mechanism that triggers the change in ventilation at the onset of exercise?

    <p>Increased blood glucose levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do the ventilatory changes of well-trained athletes compare with those of untrained individuals?

    <p>There is no difference between well-trained athletes and untrained individuals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During aerobic exercise, how does ventilation change 4–6 minutes after the onset?

    <p>Decreases gradually</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the anaerobic threshold?

    <p>The point during exercise when oxygen consumption is at its maximum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If exercise exceeds the anaerobic threshold, what changes can be observed in the blood?

    <p>Decrease in blood lactate levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the increase in blood lactate and hydrogen ions lead to a change in ventilation?

    <p>It stimulates chemoreceptors, leading to increased ventilation to expel CO2 and restore pH balance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the testes in males?

    <p>Produce sperm and secrete testosterone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What structures are included in the internal genital tract of males?

    <p>Epididymis, vas deferens, seminal vesicles, and prostate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structures are considered external genitalia in females?

    <p>Labia majora, labia minora, clitoris, and vestibule</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What determines genetic sex?

    <p>Sex chromosomes (XY for males and XX for females)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Gonadal sex is determined by the presence of:

    <p>Testes in males and ovaries in females</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Phenotypic sex is influenced by:

    <p>Hormonal output from the gonads (testosterone in males and estrogen in females)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During the first 5 weeks of gestational life, the gonads are:

    <p>Indifferent or bipotential</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what gestational age do the testes begin to develop in genetic males?

    <p>Week 6 to 7</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what gestational age do the ovaries begin to develop in genetic females?

    <p>Week 9</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What structures determine gonadal sex?

    <p>Presence of testes in males and ovaries in females</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In males, what are the germ cells and steroid hormone-secreting cells?

    <p>Spermatogonia and Leydig cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What structures determine phenotypic sex?

    <p>Development of the internal genital tract and external genitalia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone stimulates the growth and differentiation of the Wolffian ducts?

    <p>Testosterone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What hormone causes atrophy of the Müllerian ducts?

    <p>Anti-Müllerian hormone (AMH)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Wolffian ducts give rise to which structures in males?

    <p>Epididymis, vas deferens, seminal vesicles, and ejaculatory ducts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What hormone is secreted by the hypothalamus to regulate reproductive function?

    <p>GnRH</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What hormones are secreted by the anterior pituitary in response to GnRH?

    <p>FSH and LH</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cells in the testes are stimulated by LH to produce testosterone?

    <p>Leydig cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormones are required for the development of the male phenotype?

    <p>Testosterone and Anti-Müllerian Hormone (AMH)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the epididymis?

    <p>Store and mature sperm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the seminal vesicles in the male reproductive system?

    <p>Produce seminal fluid to nourish and transport sperm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do the testes reside outside the abdominal cavity in the scrotum?

    <p>To maintain a temperature slightly lower than body temperature, which is optimal for sperm development and maturation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the seminiferous tubules?

    <p>Germination, maturation, and transportation of sperm cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What cells are found inside the seminiferous tubules and provide support to developing sperm cells?

    <p>Sertoli cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of Leydig cells in the testes?

    <p>Produce testosterone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the blood-testis barrier?

    <p>Prevent the immune system from attacking developing sperm cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What hormone do Sertoli cells secrete to inhibit FSH production?

    <p>Inhibin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are Sertoli cells referred to as 'nurse cells'?

    <p>They provide structural and nutritional support to developing sperm cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What protein do Sertoli cells produce to concentrate testosterone within the seminiferous tubules?

    <p>Androgen-binding protein (ABP)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What hormone do Sertoli cells secrete during embryonic development to prevent the formation of female reproductive structures?

    <p>Anti-Müllerian hormone (AMH)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone stimulates Leydig cells to produce testosterone?

    <p>LH</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of GnRH in the hypothalamic-pituitary axis?

    <p>Stimulate the anterior pituitary to secrete FSH and LH</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What enzyme converts testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT)?

    <p>5-alpha-reductase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG)?

    <p>Bind to sex hormones like testosterone, regulating their bioavailability and transport in the bloodstream</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone is converted to estradiol by the enzyme aromatase?

    <p>Testosterone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which androgen is responsible for inducing and maintaining secondary sex characteristics in males?

    <p>Testosterone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the effects of dihydrotestosterone (DHT) at puberty in males?

    <p>Inducing and maintaining secondary sex characteristics, such as facial and body hair, deepening of the voice, and development of the prostate and seminal vesicles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of 17 beta-estradiol in mature sperm cells?

    <p>Optimize spermatogenesis and sperm function</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structures are part of the male reproductive tract?

    <p>Epididymis, vas deferens, ejaculatory duct, urethra, and distal urinary tract</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which nervous system is primarily active during erection?

    <p>Parasympathetic nervous system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phase of the male sexual act is controlled by the sympathetic nervous system?

    <p>Emission and ejaculation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During the menses phase of the menstrual cycle, the levels of LH and FSH are:

    <p>Low</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What triggers the increase in LH and FSH during the proliferative phase?

    <p>Follicular estrogen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What event is triggered by the peak of LH?

    <p>Ovulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to LH and FSH levels during the secretory phase with no fertilization?

    <p>They decline</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What hormone is primarily responsible for the negative feedback during the secretory phase?

    <p>Progesterone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What hormone significantly suppresses the maternal hypothalamic-pituitary-ovarian axis during pregnancy?

    <p>Progesterone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of feedback system involves oxytocin during labor?

    <p>Positive feedback</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When does the trophoblast begin secreting human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG)?

    <p>8 days after ovulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of HCG in early pregnancy?

    <p>Maintain the corpus luteum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does estrogen affect oxytocin receptors toward the end of gestation?

    <p>Up-regulates them</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main source of estrogen and progesterone production in the second and third trimesters of pregnancy?

    <p>Placenta</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of estrogen on uterine contractility?

    <p>Increases contractility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What hormone stimulates milk production by inducing the synthesis of lactose, casein, and lipids?

    <p>Prolactin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the corpus luteum around 16-20 weeks of gestation?

    <p>It resolves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What marks the time of highest progesterone output by the corpus luteum?

    <p>Implantation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What structural change occurs in the uterine endometrium during pregnancy?

    <p>It thickens and becomes the decidua</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone's levels peak at around gestational week 9 and then decline?

    <p>HCG</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the blastocyst contribute to during pregnancy?

    <p>The fetal portion of the placenta</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What specialized layer forms in the endometrium under the influence of progesterone?

    <p>Decidua</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What process occurs in the placenta involving cholesterol during late pregnancy?

    <p>Conversion to pregnenolone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the placenta during pregnancy?

    <p>Serve as a transport epithelium and an endocrine gland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is DHEA-sulfate hydroxylated to 16-OH DHEA-sulfate during pregnancy?

    <p>Fetal liver</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What hormone is produced by the placenta from 16-OH DHEA-sulfate?

    <p>Estriol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone's production shifts from the corpus luteum to the placenta in the second trimester?

    <p>Progesterone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What triggers the formation of the corpus luteum?

    <p>Ovulation induced by LH surge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the uterine endometrium if fertilization does not occur?

    <p>It undergoes necrosis and is eliminated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which phase does the corpus luteum form?

    <p>Secretory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of the corpus luteum in early pregnancy?

    <p>Produce large amounts of progesterone and some estrogen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to estrogen levels during the secretory phase without fertilization?

    <p>They decline</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure forms after the corpus luteum degenerates?

    <p>Corpus albicans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What hormone increases due to the action of LH from the corpus luteum?

    <p>Progesterone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the state of LH and FSH levels during the menses phase?

    <p>Low</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of estrogen during the proliferative phase?

    <p>Induce rapid proliferation of the uterine endometrium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to progesterone levels if fertilization occurs?

    <p>They increase steadily</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phase is characterized by the formation of the placenta?

    <p>Secretory Pregnancy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which trimester does the placenta assume the role of steroid hormone production?

    <p>Second trimester</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to new follicle maturation during pregnancy?

    <p>It is suppressed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant role does the placenta play in late pregnancy regarding progesterone?

    <p>It converts cholesterol to pregnenolone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During the menses phase of the menstrual cycle, the levels of LH and FSH are:

    <p>Low</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What triggers the increase in LH and FSH during the proliferative phase?

    <p>Follicular estrogen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What event is triggered by the peak of LH?

    <p>Ovulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to LH and FSH levels during the secretory phase with no fertilization?

    <p>They decline</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What hormone is primarily responsible for the negative feedback during the secretory phase?

    <p>Progesterone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What hormone significantly suppresses the maternal hypothalamic-pituitary-ovarian axis during pregnancy?

    <p>Progesterone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When does the trophoblast begin secreting human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG)?

    <p>8 days after ovulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of HCG in early pregnancy?

    <p>Maintain the corpus luteum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main source of estrogen and progesterone production in the second and third trimesters of pregnancy?

    <p>Placenta</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the corpus luteum around 16-20 weeks of gestation?

    <p>It resolves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What structural change occurs in the uterine endometrium during pregnancy?

    <p>It thickens and becomes the decidua</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone's levels peak at around gestational week 9 and then decline?

    <p>HCG</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What process occurs in the placenta involving cholesterol during late pregnancy?

    <p>Conversion to pregnenolone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is DHEA-sulfate hydroxylated to 16-OH DHEA-sulfate during pregnancy?

    <p>Fetal liver</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What hormone is produced by the placenta from 16-OH DHEA-sulfate?

    <p>Estriol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone's production shifts from the corpus luteum to the placenta in the second trimester?

    <p>Progesterone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What triggers the formation of the corpus luteum?

    <p>Ovulation induced by LH surge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the uterine endometrium if fertilization does not occur?

    <p>It undergoes necrosis and is eliminated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which phase does the corpus luteum form?

    <p>Secretory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of the corpus luteum in early pregnancy?

    <p>Produce large amounts of progesterone and some estrogen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to estrogen levels during the secretory phase without fertilization?

    <p>They decline</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure forms after the corpus luteum degenerates?

    <p>Corpus albicans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What hormone increases due to the action of LH from the corpus luteum?

    <p>Progesterone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the state of LH and FSH levels during the menses phase?

    <p>Low</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of estrogen during the proliferative phase?

    <p>Induce rapid proliferation of the uterine endometrium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to progesterone levels if fertilization occurs?

    <p>They increase steadily</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phase is characterized by the formation of the placenta?

    <p>Secretory Pregnancy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which trimester does the placenta assume the role of steroid hormone production?

    <p>Second trimester</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to new follicle maturation during pregnancy?

    <p>It is suppressed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant role does the placenta play in late pregnancy regarding progesterone?

    <p>It converts cholesterol to pregnenolone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What hormone initiates the ovarian cycle by stimulating the anterior pituitary?

    <p>GnRH</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of FSH and LH during the ovarian cycle?

    <p>Stimulate follicular development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect do inhibin and low levels of estrogen have on the hypothalamus and anterior pituitary?

    <p>Negative feedback</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What hormone assists in the development of the dominant ovarian follicle?

    <p>Estrogen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What triggers the LH surge that induces ovulation?

    <p>High levels of estrogen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What structure forms from the ovulated follicle?

    <p>Corpus luteum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the corpus luteum secrete after ovulation?

    <p>Progesterone, estrogen, and inhibin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the corpus luteum if the oocyte is not fertilized?

    <p>It degenerates in 10 to 13 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What restarts the ovarian cycle if the oocyte is not fertilized?

    <p>Drop in progesterone, estrogen, and inhibin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What hormones stimulate the growth and development of breasts during pregnancy?

    <p>Estrogen and progesterone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What hormone is primarily responsible for milk production?

    <p>Prolactin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What blocks the action of prolactin on the breast during pregnancy?

    <p>High levels of estrogen and progesterone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What triggers the secretion of prolactin during breastfeeding?

    <p>Suckling stimulus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does dopamine have on prolactin secretion in non-pregnant individuals?

    <p>Inhibits prolactin secretion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What hormone is responsible for milk ejection?

    <p>Oxytocin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What stimulates oxytocin secretion from the posterior pituitary?

    <p>Suckling and sensory stimuli</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does breastfeeding affect ovulation?

    <p>It inhibits ovulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the 'tend-and-befriend' response in females attributed to?

    <p>High levels of oxytocin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What hormone helps to regulate the inhibitory effect of dopamine on prolactin?

    <p>Prolactin itself</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What hormone is produced by the trophoblast approximately 8 days after ovulation?

    <p>Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of HCG in early pregnancy?

    <p>Maintain the corpus luteum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the source of steroid hormones during the first trimester of pregnancy?

    <p>Corpus luteum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is estriol synthesized during pregnancy?

    <p>Pregnenolone (placenta) → DHEA-S (fetal adrenals) → Estriol (placenta)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What triggers the production of fetal cortisol near term?

    <p>Activation of fetal hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of fetal cortisol on the uterus?

    <p>Increases sensitivity to contractile stimuli</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What hormone increases uterine contractility by increasing intracellular calcium concentration in smooth muscle?

    <p>Prostaglandins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What triggers the release of oxytocin during labor?

    <p>Stretch of the cervix</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Energy Sources

    • Skeletal muscle stores energy primarily in the forms of ATP and phosphocreatine.
    • Myoglobin is the protein in muscle tissue that binds oxygen, essential for aerobic metabolism.
    • Phosphocreatine serves as a high-energy molecule to power intense muscle activity alongside ATP.
    • Glycogen is the storage form of glucose in muscle, providing a readily available energy source.

    Energy Continuum

    • For short bursts of energy like a 50-yard dash, the phosphagen system is predominantly used.
    • The source of ATP during activity is influenced by both intensity and duration.
    • Aerobic metabolism is utilized primarily by athletes during long-distance events, such as marathons.
    • The highest energy yield comes from aerobic metabolism, making it the most efficient system.
    • In low carbohydrate conditions, triglycerides are transformed into fatty acids and ketones for energy.

    Anaerobic Glycolysis

    • Anaerobic glycolysis occurs in the cytoplasm of muscle cells.
    • It produces 2 ATP from one glucose molecule.
    • In the absence of sufficient oxygen, pyruvate is converted into lactic acid.
    • "Oxygen deficit" refers to the difference between oxygen demand and supply during exercise.
    • Lactic acid produced during exercise can be converted back to pyruvate for energy or used in the Cori cycle to regenerate glucose.

    Ketogenesis and Ketosis

    • Ketogenesis occurs in the liver, producing ketones from acetyl-CoA.
    • The main ketones are acetoacetate, beta-hydroxybutyrate, and acetone.
    • Ketosis leads to decreased insulin and stabilized blood glucose levels.
    • Ketones can fuel heart, skeletal muscle, kidneys, and brain.

    Muscle Fatigue and Fiber Types

    • Muscle fatigue results in a reduced capacity of muscles to perform work, often due to dehydration and nutrient depletion.
    • Type I muscle fibers are suited for endurance, demonstrating slow contraction and high fatigue resistance.
    • Type IIb fibers are primarily involved in anaerobic glycolysis and hypertrophy with resistance training.

    Ventilation and Exercise

    • Ventilation increases rapidly at the onset of exercise due to neural input and chemical changes in the blood.
    • Well-trained athletes exhibit more efficient ventilatory responses than untrained individuals.
    • Ventilation adjusts after 4-6 minutes of aerobic exercise to meet steady-state demands.
    • The anaerobic threshold is the point where lactate begins to accumulate in the bloodstream during intense exercise.

    Blood Lactate Response

    • Exceeding the anaerobic threshold results in increased blood lactate levels and hydrogen ions, causing a drop in pH.
    • Increased lactate and hydrogen ions stimulate chemoreceptors, leading to enhanced ventilation to expel CO2 and restore balance.

    Energy Sources

    • Skeletal muscle stores energy primarily in the forms of ATP and phosphocreatine.
    • Myoglobin is the protein in muscle tissue that binds oxygen, essential for aerobic metabolism.
    • Phosphocreatine serves as a high-energy molecule to power intense muscle activity alongside ATP.
    • Glycogen is the storage form of glucose in muscle, providing a readily available energy source.

    Energy Continuum

    • For short bursts of energy like a 50-yard dash, the phosphagen system is predominantly used.
    • The source of ATP during activity is influenced by both intensity and duration.
    • Aerobic metabolism is utilized primarily by athletes during long-distance events, such as marathons.
    • The highest energy yield comes from aerobic metabolism, making it the most efficient system.
    • In low carbohydrate conditions, triglycerides are transformed into fatty acids and ketones for energy.

    Anaerobic Glycolysis

    • Anaerobic glycolysis occurs in the cytoplasm of muscle cells.
    • It produces 2 ATP from one glucose molecule.
    • In the absence of sufficient oxygen, pyruvate is converted into lactic acid.
    • "Oxygen deficit" refers to the difference between oxygen demand and supply during exercise.
    • Lactic acid produced during exercise can be converted back to pyruvate for energy or used in the Cori cycle to regenerate glucose.

    Ketogenesis and Ketosis

    • Ketogenesis occurs in the liver, producing ketones from acetyl-CoA.
    • The main ketones are acetoacetate, beta-hydroxybutyrate, and acetone.
    • Ketosis leads to decreased insulin and stabilized blood glucose levels.
    • Ketones can fuel heart, skeletal muscle, kidneys, and brain.

    Muscle Fatigue and Fiber Types

    • Muscle fatigue results in a reduced capacity of muscles to perform work, often due to dehydration and nutrient depletion.
    • Type I muscle fibers are suited for endurance, demonstrating slow contraction and high fatigue resistance.
    • Type IIb fibers are primarily involved in anaerobic glycolysis and hypertrophy with resistance training.

    Ventilation and Exercise

    • Ventilation increases rapidly at the onset of exercise due to neural input and chemical changes in the blood.
    • Well-trained athletes exhibit more efficient ventilatory responses than untrained individuals.
    • Ventilation adjusts after 4-6 minutes of aerobic exercise to meet steady-state demands.
    • The anaerobic threshold is the point where lactate begins to accumulate in the bloodstream during intense exercise.

    Blood Lactate Response

    • Exceeding the anaerobic threshold results in increased blood lactate levels and hydrogen ions, causing a drop in pH.
    • Increased lactate and hydrogen ions stimulate chemoreceptors, leading to enhanced ventilation to expel CO2 and restore balance.

    Overview of the Female Reproductive System

    • The female reproductive system does not regulate blood pressure; its primary roles include gamete production, preparation for conception, and nourishment after birth.
    • Final stage of ova maturation is the corpus albicans.
    • The luteal phase is not part of the uterine cycle; the three phases are menstrual, proliferative, and secretory.
    • The female sex act's arousal, plateau, and orgasm phases are all regulated by the autonomic nervous system.
    • Testosterone is not a significant hormone in the female reproductive cycle.

    Hormones of the Female Reproductive Cycle

    • GnRH stimulates the anterior pituitary to release FSH and LH.
    • FSH primarily stimulates follicular growth and maturation in the ovarian cycle.
    • High estrogen levels trigger the LH surge crucial for ovulation.

    Ovarian Cycle

    • The follicular phase involves the maturation of ovarian follicles.
    • Ovulation marks the end of the follicular phase.
    • Progesterone is the hormone responsible for the luteal phase of the ovarian cycle.

    Functions of Ovarian Hormones

    • Estradiol is the most potent and abundant estrogen in females.
    • Progesterone prepares the uterus for potential pregnancy.

    Uterine Cycle

    • The menstrual phase involves shedding the uterine lining.
    • The proliferative phase is when the endometrium rebuilds itself.

    Regulation of the Female Cycle

    • The early follicular phase is initiated by an increase in FSH.
    • A surge in LH triggers ovulation.
    • The primary hormone secreted by the corpus luteum during the luteal phase is progesterone.

    Female Sexual Act

    • Orgasm in the female sexual act is characterized by rhythmic contractions of the pelvic muscles.
    • Testosterone enhances libido in females.

    Female Fertility and Birth Control

    • The ovum is viable for 12-24 hours after ovulation.
    • Oral contraceptives primarily inhibit ovulation by suppressing the release of FSH and LH.
    • Hormonal IUDs have the lowest failure rate with typical use among contraceptive methods.

    Components of Sexual Differentiation

    • Testes produce sperm and secrete testosterone, crucial for male reproductive function.
    • The internal male genital tract includes epididymis, vas deferens, seminal vesicles, and prostate.
    • Female external genitalia consist of labia majora, labia minora, clitoris, and vestibule.

    Definitions

    • Genetic sex is determined by sex chromosomes: XY for males and XX for females.
    • Gonadal sex is dictated by the presence of testes in males and ovaries in females.
    • Phenotypic sex results from gonadal hormonal output, specifically testosterone in males and estrogen in females.

    Genetic Sex

    • Gonads are indifferent or bipotential during the first 5 weeks of gestation.
    • Testes begin developing in genetic males around gestational week 6 to 7.
    • Ovaries start to develop in genetic females at gestational week 9.

    Gonadal Sex

    • Gonadal sex is defined by the presence of testes or ovaries.
    • Male germ cells are spermatogonia, while Leydig cells secrete testosterone.

    Phenotypic Sex

    • Phenotypic sex is established through the development of internal genital tract and external genitalia.
    • Testosterone stimulates growth and differentiation of Wolffian ducts.
    • Anti-Müllerian hormone (AMH) causes the atrophy of Müllerian ducts in males, preventing the development of female structures.
    • Wolffian ducts differentiate into male reproductive structures, including epididymis, vas deferens, and seminal vesicles.

    Gonadotropin Secretion and the Hypothalamic-Pituitary Axis

    • Gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) regulates reproductive function by signaling the anterior pituitary.
    • FSH and LH are secreted by the anterior pituitary in response to GnRH.
    • LH stimulates Leydig cells in the testes to produce testosterone.

    Components of the Male Reproductive System

    • Testosterone and AMH are essential for male phenotype development.
    • The epididymis stores and matures sperm after production.

    Structure of the Testes

    • Testes are located in the scrotum to maintain a lower temperature optimal for sperm development.

    Seminiferous Tubules

    • Seminiferous tubules are responsible for the germination, maturation, and transportation of sperm cells.

    Intratubular Compartment

    • Sertoli cells within seminiferous tubules provide structural and nutritional support to developing sperm.

    Peritubular Compartment

    • Leydig cells produce testosterone, essential for male reproductive functions.

    Role of the Sertoli Cells

    • The blood-testis barrier prevents immune system attacks on developing sperm.
    • Sertoli cells secrete inhibin, which inhibits FSH production, regulating spermatogenesis.
    • Sertoli cells concentrate testosterone using androgen-binding protein (ABP).
    • Anti-Müllerian hormone secretion by Sertoli cells prevents female reproductive structure development.

    Hypothalamic-Pituitary Axis

    • LH is crucial for stimulating testosterone production by Leydig cells.
    • GnRH's primary role is to stimulate the anterior pituitary to release FSH and LH.

    Androgens

    • 5-alpha-reductase converts testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT), which is crucial in male development.
    • Sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG) binds testosterone, regulating its availability.
    • Testosterone is converted to estradiol by the enzyme aromatase.

    Androgen Actions

    • Testosterone induces and maintains secondary male sex characteristics.
    • DHT causes changes such as facial and body hair growth, deepening voice, and prostate development during puberty.

    Actions of 17 Beta-estradiol

    • 17 beta-estradiol optimizes spermatogenesis and sperm function in mature sperm cells.

    Male Reproductive Tract

    • Structures include epididymis, vas deferens, ejaculatory duct, urethra, and distal urinary tract.

    Male Sexual Act

    • The parasympathetic nervous system primarily controls erection.
    • Emission and ejaculation are regulated by the sympathetic nervous system.

    Hormonal Changes in the Menstrual Cycle

    • LH and FSH levels are low during the menses phase.
    • The proliferative phase sees an increase in LH and FSH triggered by follicular estrogen.
    • The peak of LH triggers ovulation.
    • In the secretory phase without fertilization, LH and FSH levels decline.
    • Progesterone is the primary hormone responsible for negative feedback during the secretory phase.

    Early Pregnancy and HCG

    • During pregnancy, progesterone suppresses the maternal hypothalamic-pituitary-ovarian axis.
    • The trophoblast begins secreting human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) 8 days after ovulation.
    • HCG maintains the corpus luteum, preventing it from degenerating.

    Hormonal Sources in Pregnancy

    • In the second and third trimesters, the placenta becomes the main source of estrogen and progesterone.
    • Around 16-20 weeks of gestation, the corpus luteum resolves.
    • The uterine endometrium thickens and forms the decidua during pregnancy.

    Changes in Hormonal Levels

    • HCG levels peak around gestational week 9 before declining.
    • Cholesterol is converted to pregnenolone in the placenta during late pregnancy.
    • DHEA-sulfate is hydroxylated to 16-OH DHEA-sulfate in the fetal liver.
    • Estriol is produced by the placenta from 16-OH DHEA-sulfate.

    Transition in Hormonal Production

    • Progesterone production shifts from the corpus luteum to the placenta during the second trimester.
    • The corpus luteum forms following ovulation induced by the LH surge.
    • If fertilization does not occur, the uterine endometrium undergoes necrosis and is eliminated.

    Role of the Corpus Luteum

    • The corpus luteum forms during the secretory phase and produces large amounts of progesterone and some estrogen.
    • Estrogen levels decline during the secretory phase without fertilization.
    • After the degeneration of the corpus luteum, the corpus albicans forms.

    Follicle Maturation and the Placenta

    • LH from the corpus luteum increases progesterone levels.
    • LH and FSH remain low during the menses phase.
    • Estrogen during the proliferative phase induces rapid proliferation of the uterine endometrium.
    • If fertilization occurs, progesterone levels steadily increase.
    • The placenta formation occurs during the secretory pregnancy phase.
    • During the second trimester, the placenta assumes the role of steroid hormone production, suppressing new follicle maturation.

    Late Pregnancy Functions

    • The placenta converts cholesterol to pregnenolone, crucial for hormone synthesis in late pregnancy.

    Menstrual Cycle Overview

    • LH and FSH levels are low during the menses phase.
    • The proliferative phase is triggered by increasing follicular estrogen, leading to elevated LH and FSH.
    • The peak of LH triggers ovulation, the release of the oocyte.
    • In the secretory phase without fertilization, LH and FSH levels decline.
    • Progesterone primarily maintains negative feedback during the secretory phase.

    Pregnancy Hormones

    • Progesterone suppresses the maternal hypothalamic-pituitary-ovarian axis during pregnancy.
    • The trophoblast secretes human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) about 8 days post-ovulation.
    • HCG maintains the corpus luteum, which is crucial for early pregnancy.
    • The placenta takes over estrogen and progesterone production in the second and third trimesters.
    • The corpus luteum resolves around 16-20 weeks of gestation.

    Endometrial Changes During Pregnancy

    • The uterine endometrium thickens and transforms into the decidua during pregnancy.
    • HCG levels peak at around 9 weeks of gestation and then decline.
    • Cholesterol is converted to pregnenolone in the placenta during late pregnancy.
    • DHEA-sulfate is hydroxylated to 16-OH DHEA-sulfate in the fetal liver.

    Estriol Production

    • Estriol is produced by the placenta from 16-OH DHEA-sulfate.
    • Progesterone production shifts from the corpus luteum to the placenta in the second trimester.

    Follicular Development

    • The formation of the corpus luteum is stimulated by an LH surge post-ovulation.
    • If fertilization does not occur, the endometrium undergoes necrosis and is eliminated as menstruation.
    • The corpus luteum forms during the secretory phase and produces progesterone and estrogen.

    Hormonal Feedback Mechanisms

    • Estrogen levels decline during the secretory phase without fertilization.
    • After the corpus luteum degenerates, it becomes the corpus albicans.
    • Progesterone increases due to LH action from the corpus luteum.

    Lactation and Breast Function

    • Estrogen and progesterone stimulate breast development during pregnancy.
    • Prolactin is the main hormone responsible for milk production.
    • High levels of estrogen and progesterone during pregnancy inhibit prolactin's action.
    • Suckling triggers prolactin secretion for milk production; oxytocin is responsible for milk ejection.

    Labor and Delivery

    • Stretching of the cervix triggers the release of oxytocin during labor.
    • Oxytocin's feedback system is positive, enhancing uterine contractions.
    • Estrogen up-regulates oxytocin receptors and increases uterine contractility as gestation progresses.

    Final Notes on Pregnancy Physiology

    • Fetal cortisol production is activated near term, increasing uterine contractility.
    • The blastocyst contributes to the fetal portion of the placenta, crucial for nutrient exchange and hormone production.
    • The placenta acts as both a transport epithelium and an endocrine gland, vital for maintaining pregnancy.

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