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What hormone is responsible for regulating sperm production and male characteristics in the male reproductive system?
Testosterone
What is the primary function of the vas deferens in the male reproductive system?
To propel sperm during ejaculation
Which hormone stimulates the production of testosterone in the male reproductive system?
Luteinizing Hormone (LH)
What is the primary function of the epididymis in the male reproductive system?
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What is the role of the scrotum in the male reproductive system?
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What is the primary function of the urethra in the male reproductive system?
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What is the primary function of the female reproductive system?
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What is the role of the testes in the male reproductive system?
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What hormone regulates sperm production in the male reproductive system?
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What is the primary function of the penis in the male reproductive system?
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Study Notes
Male Reproductive System
Overview
The male reproductive system is responsible for producing and transporting sperm.
Key Components
- Testes: Produce sperm through a process called spermatogenesis
- Epididymis: Stores and transports sperm
- Vas Deferens: Muscular tube that propels sperm during ejaculation
- Urethra: Passageway for sperm and urine
- Penis: Organ responsible for urination and sexual intercourse
- Scrotum: Protects and regulates temperature of testes
Hormonal Regulation
- Testosterone: Produced by testes, regulates sperm production and male characteristics
- Luteinizing Hormone (LH): Stimulates testosterone production
- Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH): Regulates sperm production
Female Reproductive System
Overview
The female reproductive system is responsible for producing eggs and supporting fetal development during pregnancy.
Key Components
- Ovaries: Produce eggs through a process called oogenesis
- Fallopian Tubes: Tubes that connect ovaries to uterus, allowing egg fertilization
- Uterus: Muscular organ that supports fetal development during pregnancy
- Cervix: Lower part of uterus that opens into vagina
- Vagina: Muscular canal that connects cervix to outside of body
- Breasts: Produce milk for nursing
Hormonal Regulation
- Estrogen: Produced by ovaries, regulates egg maturation and female characteristics
- Progesterone: Prepares uterus for implantation of fertilized egg
- Luteinizing Hormone (LH): Triggers ovulation
- Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH): Stimulates egg maturation
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Learn about the male and female reproductive systems, including the key components and hormonal regulation of each system.
