Reproductive System Module 12

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What is the term for the developing organism from fertilization to the end of 8 weeks?

  • Embryo (correct)
  • Gamete
  • Fetus
  • Zygote

Which part of the male reproductive system produces seminal fluid that nourishes sperm?

  • Bulbourethral glands
  • Seminal vesicles (correct)
  • Prostate
  • Epididymis

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

  • To secrete seminal fluid
  • To regulate the temperature of the testes (correct)
  • To produce testosterone
  • To store sperm

At what stage of development is the term 'fetus' used?

<p>From 9 weeks to birth (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the study of diseases of the female reproductive system?

<p>Gynecology (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which gland secretes mucous to lubricate the urethra?

<p>Bulbourethral glands (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>To store mature sperm (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the ovaries in the female reproductive system?

<p>To produce eggs and hormones (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the male reproductive system transports sperm (and urine) to the exterior?

<p>Urethra (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a germ cell that combines with another cell to form the offspring?

<p>Gamete (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the mechanism by which the ovum is transported to the uterus?

<p>By the movement of the cilia and peristalsis (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the layer of deep connective tissue that supports the mammary glands?

<p>Cooper's ligaments (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary hormone responsible for increasing mammary gland size at puberty?

<p>Estrogens (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the site of implantation of the embryo in the uterus?

<p>Endometrium (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the fallopian tubes in the female reproductive system?

<p>To receive and transport the ovum to the uterus (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the synthesis and ejection of milk production?

<p>Lactation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the ligament that supports the uterus anteriorly?

<p>Round ligament (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the shedding of the endometrium in the absence of pregnancy?

<p>Menstruation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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