30 Questions
Where do the testes develop before descending into the scrotum?
In the abdominal wall
Which structure secretes substances for the maturation of sperm?
Epididymis
What is the optimum temperature required for proper development of sperm?
~95°F
Which gland secretes fructose and prostaglandins to help form semen?
Seminal vesicles
What is the function of the bulbourethral glands in the male reproductive system?
Neutralize urine in the urethra
What are gonads responsible for producing in the male reproductive system?
Sperm or eggs (gametes)
Which of the following is responsible for initiating the process of spermatogenesis?
Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)
What is the primary function of Leydig cells in the male reproductive system?
Production of testosterone
Which of the following is the correct sequence of cell division and differentiation during spermatogenesis?
Spermatogonia → primary spermatocytes → secondary spermatocytes → spermatids → spermatozoa
What is the primary function of the acrosome in a mature spermatozoon?
Facilitating the penetration of the egg's outer layers
What is the primary role of negative feedback loops in the regulation of male reproductive hormones?
Inhibiting the release of LH and FSH
What is the approximate length of the seminiferous tubules in each testis, where spermatogenesis occurs?
125 meters
Which assisted reproductive technology involves injecting a single sperm cell directly into an egg?
Intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI)
What are three common sexually transmitted diseases discussed in the text?
Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Syphilis
What are some complications in women that can arise from Chlamydia infections?
Infertility, Ectopic pregnancy, Abscess formation
Which sexually transmitted disease may have no symptoms at first and can lead to antibiotic resistance?
Gonorrhea
What pathogen causes syphilis and in which stage of the disease may skin ulcers appear?
Treponema pallidum; Tertiary stage
Which method of assisted reproductive technology involves using sperm from a donor?
Artificial insemination by donor (AID)
Which of the following statements about the ovaries is NOT true?
They are the site of fertilization where the oocyte is released into the oviduct.
What is the primary function of the uterus?
To provide an environment for the growth and development of the baby.
Which of the following best describes the menstrual phase of the menstrual cycle?
The endometrium disintegrates, and blood-rich fluid flow begins on day one.
Which of the following is NOT a part of the female external genitalia (vulva)?
Cervix
What is the approximate age range for the onset of menopause in women?
Late 40s to early 50s
What is endometriosis, and what is one of its potential consequences?
A condition where endometrial tissue spreads and grows outside the uterus, potentially leading to scarring.
What type of virus is responsible for causing genital herpes infections?
Herpes simplex virus type II
Which of the following is a common symptom of genital warts caused by human papillomavirus (HPV)?
Painless growths in the genital region
What is the primary method recommended by the CDC to detect cervical cancer caused by HPV?
Pap smear
Which of the following is a protozoan parasite that can cause a sexually transmitted disease?
Trichomonas vaginalis
Which of the following is a recommended step to practice safer sex and avoid STDs?
Know your partner's sexual history and avoid sex if visible sores are present
Which type of cancer is a major health concern for both females and males in the United States?
Reproductive system cancers
Explore the functions and traits governed by a male's testes, which produce sperm and hormones related to male reproductive processes. Learn about the location of the male reproductive system and the process of sperm production in the testes.
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