Menstrual Cycle and Uterine Lining

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What is the main function of the dartos and cremaster muscles?

To regulate the body temperature

To produce sperm

To support androgens

To raise and lower the testes (correct)

What is the outer layer of the male gonad composed of?

Tunica albuginea

Tunica vaginalis (correct)

Seminiferous tubules

Sertoli cells

At what stage of development do the testes normally descend?

At birth

During puberty

Around month 7 in the womb (correct)

After adolescence

What is the process of producing sperm in the seminiferous tubules?

Spermatogenesis Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of Sertoli cells?

To promote sperm production Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of a formed sperm?

It is smaller than most cells Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the epididymis in the male reproductive system?

To continue the maturation of sperm Signup and view all the answers

Which gland contributes the most to the volume of semen?

Seminal vesicles Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the prostate gland?

To secrete fluid to coagulate semen Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between the ovarian cycle and the menstrual cycle?

The ovarian cycle only occurs during reproductive years Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of FSH in the male reproductive system?

To stimulate spermatogenesis Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the hymen in the female reproductive system?

To protect the reproductive tract and urethra Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the corpus luteum?

To produce progesterone Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason for the death of multiple follicles during folliculogenesis?

Decrease in FSH levels Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the uterine tubes?

To facilitate the passage of the oocyte from the ovary to the uterus Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of atresia?

The death of ovarian follicles Signup and view all the answers

What is the critical time frame for implantation to occur?

10-12 days Signup and view all the answers

What is the description of the dominant follicle?

The largest follicle with the most number of FSH receptors Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the areolar gland in the breast?

To secrete lubrication fluid to prevent chafing Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of the SRY gene not being present in an embryo?

The development of female characteristics Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of progesterone in the menstrual cycle?

To prepare the endometrium for implantation Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of hormonal birth control?

To manipulate the negative feedback system to prevent ovulation Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of hormone levels falling during the secretory phase of the menstrual cycle?

The endometrium is shed, resulting in menses Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of puberty in males?

Increased larynx size and deeper voice Signup and view all the answers