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Male Reproductive System and Testosterone
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Male Reproductive System and Testosterone

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The male reproductive system consists of a pair of ______, a pair of sperm ducts and a penis.

testes

Sperms are the male ______ produced by testes in humans.

gametes

Testosterone is the primary male sex hormone and is produced by the ______.

testes

Millions of ______ are produced by the testes in a day.

<p>sperms</p> Signup and view all the answers

The female reproductive system consists of a pair of ovaries, a pair of fallopian tubes (oviducts) and a single ______.

<p>uterus</p> Signup and view all the answers

Oestrogen or ______, is the primary female sex hormone secreted by ovaries.

<p>estrogen</p> Signup and view all the answers

The ovary produces the female gametes known as ______ or ova (plural).

<p>ovum</p> Signup and view all the answers

A single mature egg or ______ is released into the oviduct/fallopian tube by the respective side ovary every month.

<p>ovum</p> Signup and view all the answers

Fertilization is the process of fusion of the male gamete with the female ______.

<p>gamete</p> Signup and view all the answers

Both the gametes containing haploid (single) sets of chromosomes fuse and thus maintain the diploid (double) number of chromosomes.The fertilized ______ is now called a zygote.

<p>ovum</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the two main types of volcanic eruptions?

<p>Explosive and effusive eruptions</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do scientists monitor volcanic activity?

<p>Scientists use technologies like seismometers, deformation sensors, and gas detectors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What causes earthquakes?

<p>Earthquakes are caused by the release of strain energy stored in the Earth's crust.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are seismic waves important in studying earthquakes?

<p>Seismic waves provide valuable information about the Earth's interior and earthquake mechanisms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some safety measures implemented for volcanic and earthquake risks?

<p>Safety measures include early warning systems, evacuation plans, and risk reduction strategies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some safety measures that can be taken to mitigate the risks associated with lightning?

<p>Avoiding tall, conductive structures and seeking shelter during thunderstorms</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can understanding the mechanisms of volcanic eruptions, earthquakes, and lightning help in risk mitigation?

<p>It can help us prepare for their impacts and prevent unnecessary loss of life</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role do governments and communities play in reducing the risks posed by natural phenomena like volcanic eruptions, earthquakes, and lightning?

<p>They work together to develop early warning systems and disaster preparedness plans</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is lightning initiated in thunderclouds?

<p>By the collision of ice particles</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what ways can science and technology be utilized to monitor, forecast, and study natural phenomena like volcanic eruptions, earthquakes, and lightning?

<p>Scientists employ advanced tools and technologies</p> Signup and view all the answers

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