Reproductive System Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is the female sex cell also called?

Ovum

What is the male sex cell called?

Sperm

What organ is responsible for the growth and development of fertilized egg cells?

Uterus

The womb is another term for uterus.

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What carries the ovum from the ovaries to the uterus?

Oviduct Signup and view all the answers

The fallopian tube is another term for oviduct.

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What is the name of the female reproductive organ that produces ovum cells?

Ovary Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the vagina?

It's a tube in the female reproductive system where a penis is placed during sexual intercourse. Signup and view all the answers

What is the cervix?

A ring of muscle at the bottom of the uterus in females Signup and view all the answers

What protects the head of the penis?

Foreskin Signup and view all the answers

What part of the male reproductive system becomes erect?

Penis Signup and view all the answers

What adds a special liquid to sperm to make semen?

Glands Signup and view all the answers

What is the scrotum?

A bag of skin containing the testes in males Signup and view all the answers

What is semen?

A mixture of sperm cells and special fluids released by men during intercourse Signup and view all the answers

What carries sperm from the testes to the urethra in males?

Sperm duct Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the urethra?

It carries urine in both genders and semen in males Signup and view all the answers

What is the male reproductive organ that produces sperm cells?

Testis Signup and view all the answers

What is the plural of testis?

Testes Signup and view all the answers

What happens during ejaculation?

When semen is pumped out of a man's penis into the top of the vagina during intercourse Signup and view all the answers

What is an erection?

When the penis becomes stiff Signup and view all the answers

What is menstruation?

When the lining of the uterus and a little blood pass out of the menstrual cycle Signup and view all the answers

What is ovulation?

The release of an egg cell from an ovary in women Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Male and Female Reproductive System Terms

Ovum: The female sex cell, commonly referred to as an egg cell, responsible for fertilization.
Sperm: The male sex cell essential for reproduction, contributing genetic material for fertilization.
Uterus: A vital organ where fertilized eggs implant and grow, providing a nurturing environment during development.
Womb: Another term for the uterus, highlighting its role in gestation.
Oviduct: Also known as the fallopian tube, it transports the ovum from the ovaries to the uterus for potential fertilization.
Fallopian Tube: Synonymous with oviduct; it is where fertilization typically occurs.
Ovary: The female reproductive organ that produces egg cells (ovum) and hormones.
Vagina: A muscular tube in the female reproductive system where the penis is inserted during sexual intercourse.
Cervix: A muscular ring at the base of the uterus, which plays roles in menstruation, contraception, and childbirth.
Foreskin: The protective skin covering the glans (head) of the penis.
Penis: The external male reproductive organ that becomes erect, facilitating sexual intercourse.
Glands: Structures that produce seminal fluid, merging with sperm to create semen.
Scrotum: A pouch of skin containing the testes, which regulates temperature for optimal sperm production.
Semen: The fluid containing sperm and essential nutrients released from the male during ejaculation.
Sperm Duct: A tube responsible for transporting sperm from the testes to the urethra.
Urethra: A multi-functional tube that carries urine in both sexes and semen in males.
Testis: The male reproductive organ that generates sperm cells and hormones.
Testes: The plural form of testis; they are crucial for male fertility.
Ejaculation: The process by which semen is expelled from the penis into the vagina during sexual intercourse.
Erection: A physiological state where the penis becomes firm and engorged with blood, facilitating intercourse.
Menstruation: The monthly shedding of the uterine lining along with blood, marking the end of the menstrual cycle.
Ovulation: The menstrual phase when a mature egg is released from an ovary, essential for female reproduction.

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Explore key terms related to the male and female reproductive systems with these flashcards. Each card provides a definition of essential components such as ovum, sperm, uterus, and more. A great resource for students studying human biology.