Reproductive System Quiz

Male Reproductive System

• The seminal vesicles secrete an alkaline fluid rich in sugars and prostaglandins.
• The prostate gland surrounds the proximal urethra in a male.
• A mixture of sperm cells and fluids from the seminal vesicles, prostate gland, and bulbourethral glands forms semen.
• The testes are the primary organs of the male reproductive system because they produce sperm and testosterone.

Reproductive System

• Each lobule of the testes is filled with seminiferous tubules, which are filled with spermatogenic cells that give rise to sperm cells.
• The bulbourethral gland produces a fluid that lubricates the penis for sexual intercourse.

Reproductive Disorders

• Impotence is the inability to maintain an erection long enough to complete sexual intercourse.
• Prostatitis can cause pain during bowel movements.
• Prostate cancer is a condition that can cause pain during bowel movements.

Male Reproductive System Disorders

• A lower sperm count is a sign of prostatitis.
• A lump in the testes can be a symptom of testicular cancer.

Female Reproductive System

• The ovary produces progesterone and estrogen.
• The infundibulum is the structure that "catches" the ovum as it leaves the ovary.

Sperm Cell Development

• Spermatogenic cells initiate the process of developing sperm cells.
• Spermatogonia, containing 46 chromosomes, are the cells at the beginning of spermatogenesis.

Sperm Cell Transport

• The vas deferens carries sperm cells from the epididymis to the urethra.

Male Reproductive Glands

• The prostate gland produces a milky, alkaline fluid that is secreted into the urethra just before ejaculation to protect sperm from the acidic environment of the female vagina.
• The bulbourethral gland, seminal vesicle, and epididymis are not responsible for producing this fluid.

Reproductive System

• A mixture of sperm cells and fluids from the seminal vesicles, prostate gland, and bulbourethral glands form semen.
• Seminal fluid is a component of semen, but not the entire mixture.
• The seminal vesicles, prostate gland, and bulbourethral glands contribute to the formation of semen.

Testes Structure

• Each lobule of the testes is filled with seminiferous tubules.
• Seminiferous tubules are filled with spermatogenic cells.
• Spermatogenic cells give rise to sperm cells.
• Spermatogonia, spermatocytes, and spermatids are not correct answers in this context.
• Bulbourethral gland is not a component of testes lobules.

Sexual Health

• Impotence is the inability to maintain an erection long enough to complete sexual intercourse.

Female Reproductive System

• The vagina provides a passageway for delivery of offspring as well as for uterine secretions.
• Vestibular glands secrete mucus during sexual intercourse.
• The clitoris contains the female erectile tissue and is rich in sensory nerves.

Cancer and Disorders

• Pap smears are often effective in early detection of cervical cancer.
• Dysmenorrhea is the medical term for cramps that are severe enough to limit normal activities.

Key Terms

• Cervicitis: inflammation of the cervix.
• Ovarian cancer: a type of cancer that affects the ovaries.
• Endometrial cancer: a type of cancer that affects the lining of the uterus.
• Fibroids: noncancerous growths that develop in the uterus.

Disorders and Symptoms

• Discharge from the nipples can be a symptom of breast cancer.
• Fibroids are benign tumors that grow in the uterine wall.
• Vaginitis is associated with an abnormal amount of vaginal discharge.
• Ovarian cancer often has mild or indistinguishable symptoms until it has spread to other organs, making early detection challenging.

Cancers and Conditions

• Breast cancer is a type of cancer that can cause discharge from the nipples.
• Cervical cancer is distinct from cervicitis, which is inflammation of the cervix.
• Ovarian cancer is a type of cancer that often has mild symptoms until it has spread to other organs.
• Endometriosis is a condition that affects the uterine lining, but is not the same as fibroids, which are benign tumors in the uterine wall.

Cervical Inflammation

• Cervicitis is an inflammation of the cervix.

Uterine Lining Disorders

• Endometriosis is a disorder where tissues of the uterine lining grow outside the uterus.

Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)

Bacterial Infections

• Chlamydia is a bacterial STI.

Viral Infections

• Herpes Simplex 2 is a viral STI that causes blisters on or around the genitals or rectum, and there is no treatment that can cure it.

Uterine Tumors

• Benign tumors that grow in the uterine wall are called fibroids.

Vaginal Discharge

• An abnormal amount of vaginal discharge is associated with vaginitis.

Cancer Symptoms

• Ovarian cancer signs and symptoms are usually mild or indistinct until the disease has spread to other organs.
• This makes early detection of ovarian cancer difficult.

Male Reproductive System

• The seminal vesicles secrete an alkaline fluid rich in sugars and prostaglandins.
• The prostate gland surrounds the proximal urethra in a male.
• A mixture of sperm cells and fluids from the seminal vesicles, prostate gland, and bulbourethral glands form semen.
• The testes are considered the primary organs of the male reproductive system because they produce sperm and testosterone.
• Each lobule of the testes is filled with seminiferous tubules, which are filled with spermatogenic cells that give rise to sperm cells.
• The bulbourethral gland makes a fluid that lubricates the penis for sexual intercourse.
• Impotence is the inability to maintain an erection long enough to complete sexual intercourse.
• Prostate cancer can cause pain during bowel movements.
• A lower sperm count is a sign of prostatitis.
• A lump in the testes can be caused by testicular cancer.

Female Reproductive System

• The ovary produces progesterone and estrogen.
• The infundibulum "catches" the ovum as it leaves the ovary.
• The vagina provides a passageway for delivery of offspring as well as for uterine secretions.
• The vestibular glands secrete mucus during sexual intercourse.
• The clitoris contains the female erectile tissue and is rich in sensory nerves.
• Pap smears are often effective in early detection of cervical cancer.
• Dysmenorrhea is the medical term for cramps that are severe enough to limit normal activities.
• Fibroids are benign tumors that grow in the uterine wall.
• Vaginitis is an abnormal amount of vaginal discharge.
• Ovarian cancer is characterized by mild or indistinct symptoms until the disease has spread to other organs.
• Cervicitis is an inflammation of the cervix.
• Endometriosis is a condition where the tissues of the uterine lining grow outside the uterus.

Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)

• Chlamydia is caused by bacteria.
• Herpes simplex 2 causes blisters on or around the genitals or rectum and there is no treatment that can cure it.

Male Reproductive System

• The seminal vesicles secrete an alkaline fluid rich in sugars and prostaglandins.
• The prostate gland surrounds the proximal urethra in a male.
• A mixture of sperm cells and fluids from the seminal vesicles, prostate gland, and bulbourethral glands form semen.
• The testes are considered the primary organs of the male reproductive system because they produce sperm and testosterone.
• Each lobule of the testes is filled with seminiferous tubules, which are filled with spermatogenic cells that give rise to sperm cells.
• The bulbourethral gland makes a fluid that lubricates the penis for sexual intercourse.
• Impotence is the inability to maintain an erection long enough to complete sexual intercourse.
• Prostate cancer can cause pain during bowel movements.
• A lower sperm count is a sign of prostatitis.
• A lump in the testes can be caused by testicular cancer.

Female Reproductive System

• The ovary produces progesterone and estrogen.
• The infundibulum "catches" the ovum as it leaves the ovary.
• The vagina provides a passageway for delivery of offspring as well as for uterine secretions.
• The vestibular glands secrete mucus during sexual intercourse.
• The clitoris contains the female erectile tissue and is rich in sensory nerves.
• Pap smears are often effective in early detection of cervical cancer.
• Dysmenorrhea is the medical term for cramps that are severe enough to limit normal activities.
• Fibroids are benign tumors that grow in the uterine wall.
• Vaginitis is an abnormal amount of vaginal discharge.
• Ovarian cancer is characterized by mild or indistinct symptoms until the disease has spread to other organs.
• Cervicitis is an inflammation of the cervix.
• Endometriosis is a condition where the tissues of the uterine lining grow outside the uterus.

Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)

• Chlamydia is caused by bacteria.
• Herpes simplex 2 causes blisters on or around the genitals or rectum and there is no treatment that can cure it.

Parasitic Infections

• Trichomoniasis is caused by a parasitic protozoan.

Insect-Borne Infections

• Crabs, also known as pubic lice, are caused by blood-sucking insects.

Note:

• Herpes simplex 2, chlamydia, and gonorrhea are not caused by parasitic protozoa or blood-sucking insects.

Male Reproductive System

• Seminal vesicles secrete an alkaline fluid rich in sugars and prostaglandins.
• Prostate gland surrounds the proximal urethra in males.
• A mixture of sperm cells and fluids from seminal vesicles, prostate gland, and bulbourethral glands form semen.
• Testes are the primary organs of the male reproductive system, producing sperm and testosterone.
• Each lobule of the testes is filled with seminiferous tubules, which contain spermatogenic cells that give rise to sperm cells.
• Bulbourethral gland produces a fluid that lubricates the penis for sexual intercourse.
• Impotence is the inability to maintain an erection long enough to complete sexual intercourse.

Disorders of Male Reproductive System

• Prostatitis is a disorder that can cause pain during bowel movements and is characterized by a lower sperm count.
• Testicular cancer can cause a lump in the testes.
• Prostate cancer can cause pain during bowel movements.

Female Reproductive System

• Ovary produces progesterone and estrogen.
• Infundibulum "catches" the ovum as it leaves the ovary.

Processes of Reproduction

• Spermatogenic cells begin the process of developing sperm cells.
• At the beginning of spermatogenesis, cells are called spermatogonia and contain 46 chromosomes.
• Vas deferens carries sperm cells from the epididymis to the urethra.
• Prostate gland produces a milky, alkaline fluid that protects sperm when they enter the acidic environment of the female vagina.

Disorders of Female Reproductive System

• Cervical cancer is a disorder that can be detected early by pap smears.
• Dysmenorrhea is a medical term for cramps that are severe enough to limit normal activities.
• Fibroids are benign tumors that grow in the uterine wall.
• Vaginitis is an abnormal amount of vaginal discharge.
• Endometriosis is a disorder where tissues of the uterine lining grow outside the uterus.
• Ovarian cancer is a disorder where the signs and symptoms are usually mild or indistinct until the disease has spread to other organs.

Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)

• Chlamydia is caused by bacteria.
• Herpes simplex 2 causes blisters on or around the genitals or rectum, and there is no treatment that can cure it.
• Trichomoniasis is caused by a parasitic protozoan.
• Crabs are caused by blood-sucking insects.
• Coitus interruptus is a form of contraception that requires the male to withdraw before ejaculation.