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The clitoris is an erectile tissue structure that is homologous to the male urethra.
False
The labia majora and labia minora are both located outside of the vestibule.
True
Bartholin's glands are responsible for secreting mucus during sexual arousal.
True
The perineum is the area between the vaginal opening and the clitoris.
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The pudendal nerve supplies the entire vulva with nerve endings.
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Study Notes
External Genitalia (Vulva)
- The vulva encompasses the external female genitalia.
- The mons pubis is a rounded fatty tissue covering the pubic bone.
- Labia majora are two large skin folds forming the outer boundaries of the vulva, containing hair follicles and sebaceous glands.
- Labia minora are smaller skin folds located inside the labia majora, pigmented and containing fewer hair follicles.
- The clitoris, homologous to the male penis, is composed of erectile tissue, including a sensitive glans, corpora cavernosa, and crura.
- The vestibule, located between the labia minora, houses the openings of the urethra and vagina.
- The urethral meatus is the opening of the urethra.
- The hymen, a membrane partially or completely covering the vaginal opening, varies in size and appearance.
- The vaginal introitus is the opening of the vagina, bordered by the vestibule.
- The perineum is the area between the vaginal opening and the anus.
- Bartholin's glands, near the vaginal opening, secrete mucus during sexual arousal.
- Skene's glands, located near the urethral opening, also secrete mucus.
- The pudendal nerve innervates most of the vulva, with the area anterior to the urethral meatus being innervated by other nerves.
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Description
This quiz covers the essential aspects of the external female genitalia, including anatomical terms and functions. It explores the vulva, mons pubis, labia majora and minora, clitoris, and other anatomical structures. Test your understanding of these important components of female anatomy.
