reproductive Flashcards
function of the reproductive system
to produce gametes (sperm and egg cells) which fuse together to create offspring, ensuring the ongoing survival of the species through procreation
what are the primary sex organs
testes
ovaries
what do the testes do
produce sperm
secrete testosterone
what do the ovaries do
produce eggs
secrete oestrogen and progesterone
functions of the primary sex organs
secrete hormones
produce gametes
description of primary sexual organs
biological/physical traits present at birth, reproductive organs
description of secondary organs
develop during puberty
female examples for primary sex organs
vagina, ovaries, uterus
male examples of primary sex organs
testes, penis
female examples for secondary sex organs
mature breasts, wider hips, pubic hair
male examples for secondary sex organs
enlarged adams apple, pubic hair, facial hair
what is puberty triggered by
changes in hormones
5 functions of the female reproductive system
-to form ova
-a receptacle for spermatozoa
-environment suitable for conception/development of a foetus
-childbirth
-production of milk to nourish the child
