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What is the primary function of reproductive hormones in the body?
What is the primary function of reproductive hormones in the body?
- Promote bone resorption
- Regulate reproductive organ development and function (correct)
- Control the immune response
- Maintain blood sugar levels
- Aid in digestion
How does the male reproductive system contribute to fertilization?
How does the male reproductive system contribute to fertilization?
- Transporting sperm through the vas deferens to the ejaculatory duct (correct)
- Supporting embryonic development in the uterus
- Providing nutrients for the fetus
- Producing oocytes for fertilization
- Forming the placenta
What structure in females transports the oocyte to the site of fertilization?
What structure in females transports the oocyte to the site of fertilization?
- Uterine tube (correct)
- Uterus
- Ovary
- Cervix
- Vagina
What is a key feature of meiosis that contributes to genetic diversity?
What is a key feature of meiosis that contributes to genetic diversity?
At what phase of meiosis are sister chromatids separated?
At what phase of meiosis are sister chromatids separated?
What type of cell is formed at the end of meiosis II?
What type of cell is formed at the end of meiosis II?
What is the function of the Leydig cells?
What is the function of the Leydig cells?
Which part of the male urethra passes through the penis?
Which part of the male urethra passes through the penis?
What is the role of the cremaster muscle?
What is the role of the cremaster muscle?
Where does fertilization typically occur in the female reproductive system?
Where does fertilization typically occur in the female reproductive system?
What part of the uterus undergoes significant changes during the menstrual cycle?
What part of the uterus undergoes significant changes during the menstrual cycle?
Which ovarian structure produces estrogen and progesterone after ovulation?
Which ovarian structure produces estrogen and progesterone after ovulation?
What is the ploidy of a primary spermatocyte?
What is the ploidy of a primary spermatocyte?
Which structure provides nutrients and support to developing sperm cells?
Which structure provides nutrients and support to developing sperm cells?
Which hormone stimulates ovulation?
Which hormone stimulates ovulation?
What is the role of inhibin in males?
What is the role of inhibin in males?
What prevents multiple sperm from fertilizing the same oocyte?
What prevents multiple sperm from fertilizing the same oocyte?
What is the first structure to form after a zygote undergoes cell division?
What is the first structure to form after a zygote undergoes cell division?
What does a Punnett square predict?
What does a Punnett square predict?
How many chromosomes are present in a human gamete?
How many chromosomes are present in a human gamete?
What triggers the formation of the placenta during pregnancy?
What triggers the formation of the placenta during pregnancy?
What is the role of the chorion during pregnancy?
What is the role of the chorion during pregnancy?
What triggers the first breath in a newborn?
What triggers the first breath in a newborn?
What structure secretes hCG to maintain the corpus luteum during early pregnancy?
What structure secretes hCG to maintain the corpus luteum during early pregnancy?
During which stage does the neural tube form?
During which stage does the neural tube form?
What is the role of the umbilical cord during pregnancy?
What is the role of the umbilical cord during pregnancy?
What phase is an oocyte in at birth?
What phase is an oocyte in at birth?
When does a secondary oocyte complete meiosis II?
When does a secondary oocyte complete meiosis II?
What hormone stimulates uterine contractions during labor?
What hormone stimulates uterine contractions during labor?
What occurs during the third stage of labor?
What occurs during the third stage of labor?
What is the primary trigger for true labor contractions?
What is the primary trigger for true labor contractions?
What causes the closure of the foramen ovale after birth?
What causes the closure of the foramen ovale after birth?
What is the Apgar score used to assess?
What is the Apgar score used to assess?
What layer of the embryo develops into the digestive tract lining?
What layer of the embryo develops into the digestive tract lining?
What is the primary role of the amniotic sac?
What is the primary role of the amniotic sac?
Which structure is derived from the trophoblast?
Which structure is derived from the trophoblast?
What hormone is responsible for milk ejection during breastfeeding?
What hormone is responsible for milk ejection during breastfeeding?
How does prolactin influence lactation?
How does prolactin influence lactation?
What hormonal change contributes to the onset of menopause?
What hormonal change contributes to the onset of menopause?
What is a common physical change in males due to aging?
What is a common physical change in males due to aging?
What type of inheritance involves the expression of both alleles equally?
What type of inheritance involves the expression of both alleles equally?
Which genetic disorder is caused by a mutation in a single gene on the X chromosome?
Which genetic disorder is caused by a mutation in a single gene on the X chromosome?
What term describes the genetic makeup of an individual?
What term describes the genetic makeup of an individual?
What prevents polyspermy during fertilization?
What prevents polyspermy during fertilization?
What embryonic structure eventually forms the spinal cord?
What embryonic structure eventually forms the spinal cord?
During which phase of the menstrual cycle does the corpus luteum form?
During which phase of the menstrual cycle does the corpus luteum form?
Which embryonic germ layer forms the skin and nervous system?
Which embryonic germ layer forms the skin and nervous system?
What is the function of chorionic villi?
What is the function of chorionic villi?
What is the primary function of the yolk sac in humans?
What is the primary function of the yolk sac in humans?
Which hormone stimulates the thickening of the endometrial lining?
Which hormone stimulates the thickening of the endometrial lining?
Flashcards
Reproductive hormones function
Reproductive hormones function
Regulate reproductive organ development and function.
Male fertilization contribution
Male fertilization contribution
Transporting sperm to the ejaculatory duct.
Oocyte transport in females
Oocyte transport in females
Uterine tube.
Meiosis genetic diversity
Meiosis genetic diversity
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Sister chromatid separation
Sister chromatid separation
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Meiosis II cell type
Meiosis II cell type
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Leydig cell function
Leydig cell function
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Penile urethra part
Penile urethra part
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Cremaster muscle role
Cremaster muscle role
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Fertilization site (female)
Fertilization site (female)
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Menstrual cycle endometrial change
Menstrual cycle endometrial change
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Ovarian hormone production (post-ovulation)
Ovarian hormone production (post-ovulation)
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Primary spermatocyte ploidy
Primary spermatocyte ploidy
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Sperm cell support structure
Sperm cell support structure
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Ovulation stimulating hormone
Ovulation stimulating hormone
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Male inhibin function
Male inhibin function
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Polyspermy prevention
Polyspermy prevention
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First structure after zygote division
First structure after zygote division
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Punnett square prediction
Punnett square prediction
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Human gamete chromosome number
Human gamete chromosome number
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Placenta formation trigger
Placenta formation trigger
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Chorion role
Chorion role
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First breath trigger
First breath trigger
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hCG production site (early pregnancy)
hCG production site (early pregnancy)
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Neural tube development stage
Neural tube development stage
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Umbilical cord role
Umbilical cord role
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Oocyte phase at birth
Oocyte phase at birth
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Secondary oocyte meiosis II completion
Secondary oocyte meiosis II completion
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Labor contraction hormone
Labor contraction hormone
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Third stage of labor event
Third stage of labor event
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True labor trigger
True labor trigger
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Foramen ovale closure trigger
Foramen ovale closure trigger
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Apgar score assessment
Apgar score assessment
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Study Notes
Reproductive System Functions
- Reproductive hormones' primary function: Regulate reproductive organ development and function.
- Male reproductive system's role in fertilization: Transports sperm to the ejaculatory duct.
- Female structure for oocyte transport: Uterine tube.
Meiosis and Gamete Formation
- Key feature of meiosis for genetic diversity: Crossing over during Prophase I.
- Phase where sister chromatids separate: Anaphase II.
Male Reproductive Anatomy
- Leydig cells' function: Secrete testosterone in response to LH.
- Part of male urethra passing through the penis: Spongy (penile) urethra.
- Cremaster muscle's role: Regulates testicular temperature by elevating the testes.
Female Reproductive Anatomy
- Location of typical fertilization: Uterine tube, ampulla.
- Uterine part undergoing significant changes during menstrual cycle: Endometrium.
- Ovarian structure producing estrogen and progesterone after ovulation: Corpus luteum.
Spermatogenesis
- Ploidy of primary spermatocyte: Diploid.
- Structure supporting developing sperm cells: Sertoli cells.
Hormonal Control
- Hormone stimulating ovulation: LH.
- Role of inhibin in males: Suppress FSH to control sperm production.
Fertilization and Embryonic Development
- Mechanism preventing polyspermy: Cortical granule exocytosis.
- First structure forming after zygote division: Morula.
Genetics
- Prediction of a Punnett square: Genetic trait combinations in offspring.
- Chromosome number in a human gamete: 23.
Advanced Topics
- Placenta formation trigger: Implantation of the blastocyst.
- Chorion's role: Facilitates nutrient and gas exchange with maternal blood.
Pregnancy and Development
- Trigger for first breath in newborn: Increase in oxygen demand and drop in amniotic pressure.
Further Topics (Page 6-11)
- Structure secreting hCG for corpus luteum maintenance: Trophoblast.
- Neural tube formation stage: Gastrulation.
- Umbilical cord's role: Provides nutrients and oxygen to the fetus.
- Oocyte phase at birth: Prophase I.
- Secondary oocyte meiosis II completion time: During ovulation.
- Hormone stimulating uterine contractions: Oxytocin.
- Third stage of labor event: Expulsion of the placenta.
- Primary cause of true labor contractions: Increased estrogen and prostaglandin levels.
- Closure of foramen ovale reason: Increased oxygen levels in the blood.
- Apgar score purpose: Assess newborn's physical health immediately after birth.
- Digestive tract lining's embryonic layer: Endoderm.
- Amniotic sac's primary role: Cushion and protect the embryo.
- Structure derived from trophoblast: Placenta.
- Hormone for milk ejection: Oxytocin.
- Prolactin's role in lactation: Stimulates milk production in alveoli.
- Menopause contributing hormonal change: Decline in ovarian estrogen and progesterone production.
- Common physical change in aging males: Reduction in prostate gland size.
- Inheritance displaying equal allele expression: Codominance.
- Genetic disorder from X chromosome mutation: Hemophilia.
- Genetic makeup description: Genome.
- Structure preventing polyspermy: Oocyte membrane depolarization and cortical granule release.
- Structure forming spinal cord: Neural tube.
- Menstrual cycle phase for corpus luteum formation: Luteal phase.
- Embryonic layer forming skin/nervous system: Ectoderm.
- Chorionic villi function: Transport nutrients and waste.
- Yolk sac's human function: Nourish the embryo.
- Hormone thickening endometrial lining: Progesterone.
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Test your knowledge on the functions and anatomy of the human reproductive system. This quiz covers key aspects of male and female reproductive systems, including hormone functions, gamete formation, and reproductive organs. Challenge yourself and see how well you understand these critical biological concepts.
