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What is the primary function of the testes?
What is the primary function of the testes?
- Production of hormones and sperm (correct)
- Regulation of body temperature
- Nutrient absorption
- Sperm storage
Which structures are primarily responsible for the production of ovum in females?
Which structures are primarily responsible for the production of ovum in females?
- Ovaries (correct)
- Vagina
- Uterine tubes
- Cervix
What is the role of sustentacular cells in the male reproductive system?
What is the role of sustentacular cells in the male reproductive system?
- To form the ejaculatory duct
- To provide nutrition and support to germ cells (correct)
- To produce testosterone
- To facilitate sperm motility
How long can stored sperm remain viable in the epididymis before degradation?
How long can stored sperm remain viable in the epididymis before degradation?
What connects the ovaries to the uterus in the female reproductive system?
What connects the ovaries to the uterus in the female reproductive system?
Where does the fertilization of an ovum typically occur?
Where does the fertilization of an ovum typically occur?
What is the primary structural feature of the uterus?
What is the primary structural feature of the uterus?
What initiates the process of ovulation in the ovaries?
What initiates the process of ovulation in the ovaries?
What type of cells produce testosterone in the testes?
What type of cells produce testosterone in the testes?
Which part of the male reproductive tract is primarily responsible for sperm transport during ejaculation?
Which part of the male reproductive tract is primarily responsible for sperm transport during ejaculation?
What is the main component that provides energy for sperm movement?
What is the main component that provides energy for sperm movement?
How many eggs are typically released in a monthly cycle during a woman's reproductive years?
How many eggs are typically released in a monthly cycle during a woman's reproductive years?
During which phase of the ovarian cycle does ovulation typically occur?
During which phase of the ovarian cycle does ovulation typically occur?
What substance helps attach sperm to the vaginal wall or cervical canal?
What substance helps attach sperm to the vaginal wall or cervical canal?
What occurs during the secretory phase of the menstrual cycle?
What occurs during the secretory phase of the menstrual cycle?
When does the luteal phase typically occur in the ovarian cycle?
When does the luteal phase typically occur in the ovarian cycle?
Which hormone primarily stimulates the growth of follicles during the follicular phase?
Which hormone primarily stimulates the growth of follicles during the follicular phase?
What is the average volume of semen produced during ejaculation?
What is the average volume of semen produced during ejaculation?
What happens to the endometrium during the premenstrual phase if fertilization does not occur?
What happens to the endometrium during the premenstrual phase if fertilization does not occur?
What is the role of the acrosome found in the head of the sperm?
What is the role of the acrosome found in the head of the sperm?
What are the three main parts of the uterus?
What are the three main parts of the uterus?
Which layer of the uterus is primarily responsible for contractions during childbirth?
Which layer of the uterus is primarily responsible for contractions during childbirth?
Which characteristic of the vagina helps maintain its acidic environment?
Which characteristic of the vagina helps maintain its acidic environment?
What is the function of the paraurethral glands?
What is the function of the paraurethral glands?
During which phase of spermatogenesis do primary spermatocytes divide?
During which phase of spermatogenesis do primary spermatocytes divide?
What determines the size of a woman's breasts?
What determines the size of a woman's breasts?
What is the main role of the functional layer of the endometrium?
What is the main role of the functional layer of the endometrium?
How long does it take for a daughter cell to mature into a spermatozoon?
How long does it take for a daughter cell to mature into a spermatozoon?
What type of epithelium lines the vagina?
What type of epithelium lines the vagina?
The structure primarily responsible for milk transport in the breast is called what?
The structure primarily responsible for milk transport in the breast is called what?
What is the primary function of the kidneys in the urinary system?
What is the primary function of the kidneys in the urinary system?
Which structure of the nephron is primarily involved in filtering blood plasma?
Which structure of the nephron is primarily involved in filtering blood plasma?
What role does aldosterone play in the urinary system?
What role does aldosterone play in the urinary system?
Which part of the kidney connects the renal pelvis to the bladder?
Which part of the kidney connects the renal pelvis to the bladder?
What percentage of filtrate is typically reabsorbed in the proximal convoluted tubule?
What percentage of filtrate is typically reabsorbed in the proximal convoluted tubule?
Which of the following is NOT a function of the kidneys?
Which of the following is NOT a function of the kidneys?
What happens to the glomerular filtration rate with conditions like chronic hypertension?
What happens to the glomerular filtration rate with conditions like chronic hypertension?
Which layer of muscle is primarily responsible for urine expulsion from the bladder?
Which layer of muscle is primarily responsible for urine expulsion from the bladder?
Where does the process of urine formation start within the nephron?
Where does the process of urine formation start within the nephron?
The renal pelvis functions primarily to:
The renal pelvis functions primarily to:
What term describes the condition of producing more than 2 liters of urine per day?
What term describes the condition of producing more than 2 liters of urine per day?
Which part of the nephron is responsible for the high permeability to water?
Which part of the nephron is responsible for the high permeability to water?
In which area of the bladder is infection most likely to occur?
In which area of the bladder is infection most likely to occur?
What initiates the process of micturition?
What initiates the process of micturition?
What is the length of the female urethra?
What is the length of the female urethra?
Which of the following contributes to the chemical composition of urine?
Which of the following contributes to the chemical composition of urine?
What role does the internal urethral sphincter play in urination?
What role does the internal urethral sphincter play in urination?
What aspect of urine is typically pH neutral?
What aspect of urine is typically pH neutral?
What muscle type is the external urethral sphincter primarily composed of?
What muscle type is the external urethral sphincter primarily composed of?
Flashcards
Urinary System
Urinary System
The system responsible for filtering waste products from the blood and removing them from the body as urine.
Kidney (Nephron)
Kidney (Nephron)
The primary organ in the urinary system, responsible for filtering blood and producing urine. A nephron is the functional unit within the kidney.
Renal Corpuscle
Renal Corpuscle
Part of the nephron, consisting of the glomerulus (a network of capillaries) and Bowman's capsule. It filters blood plasma.
Glomerulus
Glomerulus
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Nephron Loop (Henle's Loop)
Nephron Loop (Henle's Loop)
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Proximal Convoluted Tubule
Proximal Convoluted Tubule
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Distal Convoluted Tubule
Distal Convoluted Tubule
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Collecting Duct
Collecting Duct
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Glomerular Filtration Rate
Glomerular Filtration Rate
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Urine Formation
Urine Formation
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Ureters function
Ureters function
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Ureter length
Ureter length
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Ureter structure
Ureter structure
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Ureter peristalsis
Ureter peristalsis
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Urinary bladder function
Urinary bladder function
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Detrusor muscle function
Detrusor muscle function
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Urinary bladder capacity
Urinary bladder capacity
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Micturition definition
Micturition definition
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Internal urethral sphincter
Internal urethral sphincter
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Urinary incontinence
Urinary incontinence
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Gametes
Gametes
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Sperm
Sperm
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Ovum (Egg)
Ovum (Egg)
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Gonads
Gonads
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Testes
Testes
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Ovaries
Ovaries
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Seminiferous Tubules
Seminiferous Tubules
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Epididymis
Epididymis
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Ductus Deferens (Vas Deferens)
Ductus Deferens (Vas Deferens)
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Ovulation
Ovulation
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Uterus
Uterus
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Cervix
Cervix
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Endometrium
Endometrium
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Myometrium
Myometrium
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Vagina
Vagina
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Vulva
Vulva
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Clitoris
Clitoris
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Breast
Breast
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Areola
Areola
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Lactiferous Ducts
Lactiferous Ducts
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Acrosome
Acrosome
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Semen
Semen
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Oogenesis
Oogenesis
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Folliculogenesis
Folliculogenesis
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Ovarian Cycle
Ovarian Cycle
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Corpus Luteum
Corpus Luteum
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Menstrual Cycle
Menstrual Cycle
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Progesterone
Progesterone
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Study Notes
Urinary System Overview
- Composed of kidneys, ureters, urinary bladder, and urethra
- Kidneys: filter blood and produce urine
- Filtration rate: 90-120ml/minute
- Functions include waste removal, fluid balance, and electrolyte regulation
- Kidneys also produce hormones (e.g., renin for blood pressure, erythropoietin for red blood cell production) that impact bone health
Urinary System Structure
- Kidneys lie between the 12th rib and 3rd lumbar vertebra, slightly lower on the left side.
- Renal sinus: the cavity within each kidney where urine collects
- Renal cortex: the outer layer
- Renal medulla: the inner layer
- Renal pelvis: collecting area for urine that leads to the ureters
Nephron Structure
- Functional unit of the kidney
- Consists of renal corpuscle (glomerulus and Bowman's capsule) and renal tubule
- Renal corpuscle filters the blood
- Renal tubule reabsorbs essential substances & secretes waste
- Includes proximal convoluted tubule, loop of Henle, distal convoluted tubule and collecting duct
Urinary System-Ureters
- Tubes that carry urine from the kidneys to the bladder
- Peristaltic movement aids urine transport
Urinary System-Urinary Bladder
- Stores urine until it's excreted
- Has a significant capacity 500-800ml
Urinary System-Urethra
- Tube that carries urine out of the body
- Structure differs between genders
Reproductive System Overview
- Has primary sex organs and accessory structures
- Primary: the gonads (testes in males and ovaries in females)
- Accessory: include the ducts and glands, as well as the external genitalia
Reproductive System-Male Reproductive System
- Testes: produce sperm and testosterone
- Ducts: carry sperm from the testes to the outside
- Accessory glands: provide fluids to nourish sperm
Reproductive System-Female Reproductive System
- Ovaries: produce eggs and estrogen
- Ducts: transport the egg from the ovary to the uterus
- Accessory structures: uterus, fallopian tubes, vagina.
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Explore the intricate anatomy and functions of the urinary system, including the roles of kidneys, ureters, urinary bladder, and urethra. This quiz covers key components such as nephron structure and filtration processes, vital for maintaining fluid balance and electrolyte regulation.
