11 Questions
What is the duration of a normal reproductive cycle in a female?
28 Days
What is the function of the proximal convoluted tubule in the nephron?
Reabsorbs ions, water, and nutrients
What is the length of the urethra in women?
3-4 inches
What is the definition of menopause?
A year without a period
What is the gestation period calculated from?
The time from the last period
What is the primary function of the ascending loop of Henle?
Reabsorption of Na+ and Cl- from the filtrate into interstitial fluid
What is the normal percentage of water in the human body?
50-60%
Which part of the digestive system is responsible for the breakdown of food into smaller molecules?
Stomach
What is the role of the liver in the digestive system?
Produces bile to emulsify fats
What is the difference between mechanical and chemical digestion?
Mechanical digestion breaks down food physically, while chemical digestion breaks down food chemically
What is the function of the urinary sphincter?
To control the release of urine from the bladder
Test your knowledge of the reproductive system, including secondary sex characteristics, developmental aspects, and normal reproductive cycles. Learn about the different phases of the menstrual cycle, including the follicular and luteal phases, and understand the gestation period.
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