Chapter 38

Question 1

neutralizes the acidic environment of the vagina

Answer 1

bulbourethral gland

Question 2

narrow opening into the vagina

Answer 2

cervix

Question 3

remains in the ovary after ovulation

Answer 3

corpus luteum

Question 4

where the sperm complete maturation

Answer 4

epididymis

Question 5

cells that surround a developing egg cell

Answer 5

follicle

Question 6

the attachment of a blastocyst

Answer 6

implantation

Question 7

birthing process

Answer 7

labor

Question 8

monthly cycle

Answer 8

menstrual cycle

Question 9

tube that transports eggs

Answer 9

oviduct

Question 10

egg rupturing through the ovary wall

Answer 10

ovulation

Question 11

secretes fluid that helps sperm move

Answer 11

prostate gland

Question 12

secondary sex characteristics begin to appear

Answer 12

puberty

Question 13

the sac suspended behind the penis

Answer 13

scrotum

Question 14

combination of sperm and fluids

Answer 14

semen

Question 15

secretes a mucous like fluid into the vascular deferens

Answer 15

seminal vesicle

Question 16

rope-like structure that supplies a developing embryo with oxygen and nutrients and removes waste products

Answer 16

umbilical cord

Question 17

duct that transports sperm from the epididymus

Answer 17

vas deferens