12 Questions
What is the function of the umbilical artery?
Carries deoxygenated blood and waste products from the fetus to the placenta
What is the main function of the amniotic fluid?
Protection against mechanical shock and drying out
What is the role of the acrosome in sperm?
Digestion of jelly coat with enzymes
Which hormone is responsible for the development of secondary sexual characteristics in females?
Oestrogen
What is the main function of sex hormones in humans during puberty?
Affect target organs specifically
What are amniotic sac and placenta responsible for?
Exchange of soluble materials between mother and fetus
What is the primary function of the prostate gland in the male reproductive system?
Produces seminal fluid
Where does fertilization typically occur in humans?
Oviduct (fallopian tube)
Which male reproductive structure is responsible for transferring semen to the female?
Penis
What is the role of the oviduct (fallopian tube) in the female reproductive system?
Carries the ovum to the uterus
Which structure in the female reproductive system is responsible for where the fetus develops?
Uterus (womb)
What is the process called when a sperm penetrates and fuses with an egg cell?
Fertilization
Test your knowledge on the male and female reproductive systems in humans. Learn about the different organs and their functions such as the testes, ovaries, penis, and uterus. Understand the processes of sperm production, egg development, and fertilization.
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