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What is the primary function of the gonads in the reproductive system?
What is the primary function of the gonads in the reproductive system?
- To nurture the developing fetus
- To produce hormones and gametes (correct)
- To facilitate the ejection of milk
- To transport and sustain gametes
Which structures are considered secondary reproductive structures in the male reproductive system?
Which structures are considered secondary reproductive structures in the male reproductive system?
- Scrotum and seminal vesicles
- Penis and prostate gland (correct)
- Testes and ovaries
- Uterine tubes and vagina
What role does oxytocin play in the female reproductive system?
What role does oxytocin play in the female reproductive system?
- Stimulates the production of milk
- Causes the ejection of milk (correct)
- Stimulates the development of ovarian tissues
- Promotes the fertilization of the egg
Where are the ovaries located in the female reproductive system?
Where are the ovaries located in the female reproductive system?
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Which hormone is primarily responsible for stimulating breast tissue development?
Which hormone is primarily responsible for stimulating breast tissue development?
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Study Notes
Functions of the Reproductive System
- Produces egg and sperm cells essential for reproduction.
- Transports and sustains gametes (sperm and egg cells).
- Nurtures the developing fetus during pregnancy.
- Produces hormones that regulate reproductive functions.
Primary and Secondary Reproductive Organs
- Gonads (testes in males, ovaries in females) are the primary reproductive organs; they produce gametes and hormones.
- Secondary structures include the duct system and accessory glands, which support the transport and nourishment of gametes and developing offspring.
Male Reproductive System
- Comprises testes (gonads), duct system, accessory glands, and penis.
- Testes are located in the scrotum, a necessary condition for viable sperm production due to temperature regulation.
Female Reproductive System
- Consists of ovaries (gonads), uterine tubes, uterus, vagina, accessory glands, and external genital organs.
- Ovaries are located laterally to the uterus within the pelvic cavity, responsible for egg production.
Hormonal Regulation in Females
- Estrogen and progesterone are crucial for the development of glandular tissue and ducts in the breast.
- Prolactin is involved in stimulating milk production post-delivery.
- Oxytocin is responsible for the ejection of milk during breastfeeding.
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