Reproductive Cycles in Animals

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What is the function of the hypothalamus in the reproductive system?

Secretes hormones that regulate reproductive function (correct)

Produces sperm and hormones

Expels the fetus during childbirth

Detects female in heat/estrus

What is the primary function of the gonads in the male reproductive system?

To produce and maintain a supply of sperm (correct)

To expel the fetus during childbirth

To detect female in heat/estrus

To produce hormones that regulate reproductive function

What is the site of fertilization in the female reproductive system?

Ovary

Uterus (correct)

Reproductive tract

Pelvic region

What is the function of the accessory sex glands in the male reproductive system?

To produce secretions that make up seminal plasma Signup and view all the answers

What is the optimal temperature for sperm production?

36º below body temperature Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the scrotum in the male reproductive system?

To regulate body temperature and protect the testes Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the corpus luteum in the ovary?

To produce hormones estrogen and progesterone Signup and view all the answers

Where does fertilization typically occur in the female reproductive tract?

Oviduct and infundibulum Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the uterus in the female reproductive tract?

To expel the fetus during parturition Signup and view all the answers

What is the process by which the ovary produces an egg?

Oogenesis Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the cervix in the female reproductive tract?

To secrete mucus during estrus Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of oogenesis, compared to spermatogenesis?

It is a cyclic process Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of Gonadotropin Releasing Hormone (GnRH) in the reproductive cycle?

Stimulates the release of FSH and LH from the pituitary gland Signup and view all the answers

Which hormone is responsible for preparing the uterus for and maintaining pregnancy?

Progesterone Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of Estrogen in the reproductive cycle?

Induces estrus and increases muscular traction of the reproductive tract Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of Prostaglandin in the reproductive cycle?

Regresses the corpus luteum if conception does not occur Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of Luteinizing Hormone (LH) in the reproductive cycle?

Ovulation and increase in estrogen production Signup and view all the answers

What is the source of Estrogen in the reproductive cycle?

The ovarian follicle Signup and view all the answers