5 Questions
What is the result of the interaction between the male and female reproductive systems during sexual intercourse?
Fertilization of the ovum by the sperm to form a zygote
What is required for human reproduction to be achieved?
Puberty, requiring ovulation in females and spermarche in males to have occurred prior to engaging in sexual intercourse or achieving pregnancy through non-penetrative means
What happens when gamete cells merge into one zygote cell?
Genetic recombination occurs, and the new zygote contains 23 chromosomes from each parent
What marks the start of the typical 9-month gestation period in human reproduction?
Human embryogenesis
What makes humans infertile before puberty?
Their genitals lack reproductive function before puberty
Test your knowledge of human reproduction and fertilization with this quiz. Learn about the process of sexual intercourse, fertilization, and the formation of a zygote.
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