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?
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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?
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What is the function of the vagina?
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What is the cervix?
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What protects the head of the penis?
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What part of the male reproductive system becomes erect?
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What adds a special liquid to sperm to make semen?
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What is the scrotum?
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What is semen?
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What carries sperm from the testes to the urethra in males?
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What is the function of the urethra?
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What is the male reproductive organ that produces sperm cells?
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What is the plural of testis?
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What happens during ejaculation?
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What is an erection?
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What is menstruation?
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What is ovulation?
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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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