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To produce oocytes (female gametes) in preparation for fertilization.
Ovary
transport eggs from the ovaries to the uterus.
Fallopian tube
It functions to nourish and house a fertilized egg until the fetus, or offspring, is ready to be delivered.
Uterus
The lower, narrow end of the uterus (womb) that connects the uterus to the vagina (birth canal). The cervix allows fluids, such as menstrual blood, to pass from the uterus into the vagina. It also widens during the birth of a baby.
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has 3 main functions: It provides a passageway for blood and mucosal tissue from the uterus to leave the body during a menstrual period. It's where the penis is inserted during vaginal sex and it holds sperm until they pass into the uterus. It provides a passageway for childbirth.
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is the mound of tissue in front of your pubic bones, usually covered in pubic hair. This functions as a source of cushioning during sexual intercourse. The mons pubis also contains sebaceous glands that secrete pheromones to induce sexual attraction.
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is an erectile female genital organ at the anterior end of the vulva, which contains numerous sensory nerve endings and plays a major role in sexual arousal and pleasure in women. The_____is responsible for feeling sexual sensations upon stimulation, and in many women, its proper stimulation facilitates orgasm. The erectile organ of the vulva, used exclusively for sexual arousal and stimulation.
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Urine leaves your body through a hole at the end of your urethra. That hole from the inside to the outside is called the ____?.
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are folds of skin around your vaginal opening and usually fleshy and covered with pubic hair.
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are inside your outer lips. They begin at your clitoris and end under the opening to your vagina
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surrounds your vaginal opening like a ring or donut, and then, as it tears or stretches; it appears more like a crescent. If you have an annular or crescent-shaped it might look slightly different depending on the way your hymen has stretched or
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This is where your baby exits your body during childbirth and where period blood flows during menstruation. It's also the hole where a penis can be inserted. A thin membrane called a hymen usually surrounds or partially covers this
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include reproduction and urination. This vary in length, girth, and appearance but mostly all have the same anatomy, which allows them to perform their functions.
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Normal penis length?
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What is the normal thickness or circumference of a penis
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What is the length of an erect penis
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Thickness or circumference of an erect penis?
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What is the longest penis size in the world? In Ecuador
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Average length of penis in black race
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Average length of penis in Caucasian race
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Average penis length in East Asia:
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are the paired male gonads that produce sperm and the male sex hormones, primarily testosterone
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are responsible for making sperm and are also involved in producing a hormone called testosterone
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Is responsible for protecting the testes
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It helps with thermoregulation of the testicles. It keeps the temperature of the testis several degrees below the average body temperature, which is an essential factor for sperm production
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is the male sex accessory duct. The main function of the epididymis is to store the sperms for maturation and transport it to vas deferens.
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It connects the testes to vas deferens
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transports mature sperm to the urethra in preparation for ejaculation.
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also known as the ductus deferens, is a long, muscular tube that forms part of the male reproductive system. It plays a crucial role in the transport of sperm from the epididymis, where sperm are stored and matured, to the ejaculatory ducts during ejaculation.
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It helps spermatozoa go from the epididymis to the ejaculatory ducts.
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is the hollow tube that lets urine, a waste product, leave the body. The urethra can become infected.
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are two small glands that store and produce the majority of the fluid that makes up semen. During ejaculation, the fluid from this is expelled into the ejaculatory duct where it can then move on to mix with sperm and other reproductive fluids. In conclusion, the function of seminal vesicle is important for fertility.
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delivers sperm into the urethra, adding secretions and additives from the prostate necessary for sperm function, while providing an interface between the reproductive and urinary systems in men.
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is a holding area for the stool. When the this is full, it pushes the stool out of the body through the anus.
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is a hollow, stretchy organ in the lower part of your abdomen that stores urine before it leaves your body through your urethra.
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is below your bladder and in front of your rectum. Your urethra runs through the center of this. It prostate contributes additional fluid to your semen (ejaculate).
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is a whitish-gray fluid that releases from your penis when you orgasm.
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It produces an important fluid that helps transport sperm and keeps them safe.
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is one of the three main bones that make up the pelvis, a structure located between the abdomen and thighs. It's located between the abdomen and the legs.
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This area provides support for the intestines
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Study Notes
Female Reproductive System
- Oocytes (female gametes) are produced in preparation for fertilization.
- Eggs are transported from the ovaries to the uterus.
- The uterus nourishes and houses the fertilized egg until birth.
- The cervix connects the uterus to the vagina and allows menstrual fluid to exit the body.
- Cervical widening occurs during childbirth.
- The vagina provides a passageway for menstrual blood, sexual intercourse, and childbirth.
External Female Genitalia
- The mons pubis is a tissue mound in front of pubic bones, providing cushioning during intercourse.
- Sebaceous glands in the mons pubis secrete pheromones that induce sexual attraction.
- The clitoris is an erectile organ with numerous sensory nerve endings, crucial for sexual arousal and pleasure.
Hymen and Vaginal Opening
- The hymen, a thin membrane, may partially cover the vaginal opening.
- The vaginal opening is where menstrual blood flows, childbirth occurs, and where a penis can be inserted.
Male Reproductive System
- Testes are paired male gonads responsible for sperm production and testosterone secretion.
- Testes are protected by the scrotum, which helps regulate their temperature for optimal sperm production.
Sperm Transport and Accessory Structures
- The epididymis stores and matures sperm, transporting it to the vas deferens.
- The vas deferens (ductus deferens) transports mature sperm to the ejaculatory ducts during ejaculation.
- The urethra is a hollow tube that allows urine to exit the body.
Seminal Vesicles and Prostate Gland
- Seminal vesicles produce fluid that makes up most of semen, crucial for fertility.
- The prostate gland adds fluid to semen, further aiding sperm transport and function.
Urinary System Components
- The rectum serves as a holding area for stool until expelled through the anus.
- The bladder stores urine until it is excreted via the urethra, which runs through its center.
Statistics on Male Anatomy
- Average penis length varies across races:
- Black race: Average length data varies
- Caucasian race: Average length details not specified
- East Asia: Average length details not specified
- Longest recorded penis size originated in Ecuador.
- Normal erect penis length and circumference information not specified.
Anatomical Context
- The pelvis consists of three main bones, supporting intestines and reproductive organs, situated between abdomen and thighs.
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This quiz explores the process of oocyte production, focusing on the development of female gametes in preparation for fertilization. Understand the biological mechanisms involved and their significance in reproduction.
