20 Questions
During copulation, where is semen released?
Vagina
Where does fertilization take place?
Fallopian tube
What is the process of fusion of a sperm with an ovum called?
Fertilization
What is the purpose of the acrosome secretions in the sperm?
To induce changes in the ovum membrane
How many chromosomes are there in a zygote?
46
What is the chromosome pattern in human females?
XX
What is the chromosome pattern in human males?
XY
What percentage of male gametes carry the X chromosome?
50%
What percentage of male gametes carry the Y chromosome?
50%
When is the sex of the baby determined?
During fertilization
Which of the following determines the sex of the baby?
The father
What is the name given to the division of the zygote as it moves through the isthmus of the oviduct?
Cleavage
What is the name given to the embryo with 8 to 16 blastomeres?
Morula
What are the two main components of the blastocyst?
Trophoblast and inner cell mass
What is the process called when the blastocyst becomes embedded in the endometrium of the uterus?
Implantation
What is the result of the fusion of male and female gametes?
Zygote
What is the name given to the cells formed during the mitotic division of the zygote?
Blastomere
Where does the mitotic division of the zygote start?
Isthmus of the oviduct
What is the name given to the rapid division of uterine cells that covers the blastocyst?
Implantation
What is the name given to the process of the zygote transforming into a blastocyst?
Differentiation
Quiz: Understanding the Process of Fertilization Test your knowledge on the intricate process of fertilization. Learn about the release of semen and ovum, the journey of sperm and ovum to the fallopian tube, and the crucial conditions necessary for successful fertilization. Discover the fascinating world of reproduction and enhance your understanding of this vital process.
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