18 Questions
Where are sperm stored until ejaculation occurs?
In the tail of the epididymis
What is the function of the seminal vesicles?
To contribute to the semen volume
What is the purpose of the bulbourethral glands?
To lubricate the end of the urethra and vagina
What is the primary function of testosterone?
To keep the male reproductive system working properly
What is the purpose of the ovarian cycle?
To produce a female gamete
How many phases are there in the ovarian cycle?
3
What is the main function of the uterine tubes?
Propel the oocyte towards the uterus
Which hormone causes the hypothalamus to reduce production of GnRH, FSH, and LH?
Estrogen
What happens if implantation does not occur within 10-12 days?
The corpus luteum degrades into corpus albicans
During ovulation, what is expelled from the ovary?
Secondary oocyte
How many primary oocytes are present in an infant?
1-2 million
What leads to the decline of most follicles and allows a dominant follicle to survive?
Death of other follicles
Which type of cell carries 23 chromosomes and is specialized for reproduction?
Sperm
Where are the testes located to ensure they stay approximately 2-3 degrees cooler than body temperature?
Inside the scrotum
What do the dartos and cremaster muscles do in relation to the testes?
Contract to pull the testes closer to the body
What is the function of Sertoli cells in the testes?
Promote sperm production and create the blood-testis barrier
At what stage does spermatogenesis begin?
After puberty
Which cells are the stem cells or germ cells of the testes?
Spermatogonia
Test your knowledge on the male reproductive system, focusing on the testes and gametes. Learn about the specialized sex cells, the role of testes in producing sperm, and the muscles that control the position of the testes.
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