Spermatogenesis and Sperm Production

What is the term for the process of sperm production in the testes, from the formation of spermatogonia to mature spermatozoa?

What is the stage of spermatogenesis where mature spermatozoa are released into the lumen of the seminiferous tubules?

What is the term for the transformation phase within spermatogenesis, where spermatids undergo physical changes to become mature sperm?

What is the term for a diploid stem cell in the testes that divides mitotically to produce more spermatogonia or differentiates into a primary spermatocyte?

What is the term for the movement of the testes from their developmental location in the abdomen to the scrotum, typically occurring before birth in humans?

What is the term for the serous membrane that covers the testis and the internal surface of the scrotum, derived from the peritoneum?

Which cell type undergoes the second meiotic division to produce spermatids?

Which of the following best describes primary spermatocytes?

Which cell type is capable of fertilizing an ovum?

Which of the following best describes spermatids?

What is an oocyte?

What is the main function of the dartos muscle?

What is the purpose of the cremaster muscle?

What is the main function of the functional zone of the endometrium?

What is the main function of the basilar zone of the endometrium?

What is the main function of the tunica albuginea?

Which of the following best describes the Rete testis?

What is the function of the corpus spongiosum?

What is the term for a female gametocyte or germ cell?

Where do the straight tubules connect the seminiferous tubules to?

What is the structural organization of the testes?

What is the primary site of spermatogenesis?

What structure connects the seminiferous tubules to the efferent ductules?

Which of the following describes efferent ductules?

What is the function of the corpus cavernosa?

Which of the following best describes seminiferous tubules?

What is the primary function of meiosis in gamete production?

During which phase of the ovarian cycle does the corpus luteum form and secrete progesterone?

What is the term for the monthly bleeding that occurs as part of the menstrual cycle?

Which type of cell division results in two daughter cells each having the same number and kind of chromosomes as the parent nucleus?

What is the term for the mature female reproductive cell that can undergo fertilization by a sperm?

What is the term for the cycle of changes in the endometrium of the uterus, consisting of the menstrual, proliferative, and secretory phases?

What is the phase of the ovarian cycle that ends with ovulation?

What is the term for the release of an egg from an ovary?

What is the ovarian cycle composed of?

What is the purpose of the follicular phase in the ovarian cycle?

What is the result of the follicular phase?

Which of the following best defines the ovarian cycle?

Which term refers to the first menstrual cycle in female humans?

What is the term for the permanent cessation of menstrual periods in most women's lives?

Which condition refers to the absence of menstruation?

Which tissue becomes engorged with blood, leading to erection in both males and females?

What is the term for the foreskin covering of the head of the penis or the clitoral hood in females?

What is the term for the inability to achieve or maintain an erection sufficient for satisfactory sexual performance?

What is the term for the muscular tube leading from the external genitals to the cervix of the uterus in women?

What is the term for the process by which an erect penis or clitoris returns to its flaccid state?

What is the term for a pregnancy in which the fertilized egg implants outside the uterus?

What is the term for the female external genital area?

What is the peak of sexual excitement characterized by intense pleasure and followed by relaxation?

What is the thin membrane that partially covers the external vaginal opening?

What is the discharge of semen from the male reproductive tract?

What are the four embryonic membranes?

What is the primary function of the yolk sac during embryonic development?

What is the significance of the eighth week of pregnancy in embryonic development?

Which of the following describes the difference between sperm and eggs?

What is the chorion's role in embryonic development?

What is the process of oocyte maturation within the ovaries?

What is the term for a fertilized egg?

During embryonic development, what do the four embryonic membranes eventually become?

Which of the following is true about spermatogenesis?

What is the function of the amnion during embryonic development?

Which embryonic membrane is responsible for the formation of part of the Urinary system?

Which embryonic membrane is the outermost layer and contributes to the formation of the placenta?

What is the function of the allantois during embryonic development?

What does the yolk sac eventually contribute to during embryonic development?

What are lobules in mammary glands?

What is the function of ducts in mammary glands?

Which structure of the mammary gland secretes a lubricating and protective fluid?

What is the function of Montgomery glands?

Which component provides support and shape to the breast?

Which of the following is the most immature stage of ovarian follicles?

In which stage do primary oocytes become surrounded by a layer of granulosa cells?

At which stage do ovarian follicles begin to accumulate fluid?

What is the final stage of ovarian follicle development before ovulation?

What is the function of ovarian follicles?

Which function of the placenta involves the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide between the maternal and fetal blood supplies?

What is the primary role of the placenta in terms of waste elimination?

Which hormone produced by the placenta is essential for maintaining pregnancy?

What is the function of the placenta in terms of immune protection?

What is the primary function of the placenta in terms of nutrient supply?

Which gland or organ is responsible for producing hormones necessary for pregnancy maintenance, such as progesterone and human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG)?

What is the primary function of the corpus luteum during the ovarian cycle?

At which stage of meiosis does the developing oocyte stop dividing?

What are oocytes?

What is the function of oocytes?

What is the corpus luteum?

What is the function of the corpus luteum?

What is the function of the corpus albicans?

What happens to the corpus luteum if pregnancy does not occur?

What is the function of the stroma in the ovary?

What is the stroma in the ovary?

What is the primary function of theca cells in the ovary?

What is the new understanding of the ovarian surface epithelium?

What is the location of theca cells in the ovary?

What do theca cells work with to produce estrogens?

What is the role of ovarian surface epithelium in ovarian cancers?

What is the characteristic feature of a blastocyst that distinguishes it from a morula?

Which of the following best describes a blastocyst?

What is the main difference between a blastocyst and a precursor to the morula stage?

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a blastocyst?

What are the three primary germ layers in embryonic development?

Which of the following germ layers gives rise to the nervous system?

Which of the following tissues and organs are derived from the ectoderm?

Which germ layer forms muscles, bones, and the circulatory system?

Which of the following organs are NOT formed from the endoderm?

Which of the following germ layers gives rise to the lining of the respiratory and digestive systems?

Which of the following tissue types is derived from the endoderm germ layer?

What major system is formed from the mesoderm germ layer?

Which of the following organs is formed from the ectoderm germ layer?

What is the origin of the Digestive and respiratory system linings?

What is the origin of the Circulatory system?