EXAM - Reproduction Flashcards
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LABEL THE MALE AND FEMALE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM
LABEL THE MALE AND FEMALE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM
State the function of the Prostate Gland
Add fluid to the sperm as it passes along the sperm tube
Sperm tube function
Carries sperm too the urethra
Urethra Function
Carries urine and semen out of the male’s body
Testis function
Production and development of sperm
Penis function
Carries sperm to the vagina
Scrotum Function
Helps main the correct temperature for sperm production
Oviduct Function
Carries egg from the ovary to the uterus
Ovary function
Produces the egg
Uterus Function
Allows development of fertilised egg
Cervix
Ring of muscle at the bottom of the uterus that protects against infection
Vagina Function
Allows entry of penis for fertilisation
Vulva
Protects the vagina from outside infection
Where does ovulation occur
Ovulation occurs in the ovary
Where does fertilisation take place
Fertilisation occurs in the oviduct
Where does implantation occur and where does a baby develop
Implantation occurs in the uterus and so does the baby develop there
An egg is released on what day of the 28 day menstrual cyle
14
For every egg that is released what is create
A new lining
An egg can only be fertilised within how many hours of being released
48
If the egg is not fertilised within 48 hours of being released then what happens to the lining
It breaks sheds away, this is known as the period or menstruation
What is meant by the term “puberty”
The period in time when a human becomes sexually mature and is capable of reproduction
Puberty signs in boys
Growth Spurt
Body Hair Development
Facial Hair & Voice Deepening
Growth Of Testis & Penis
Puberty Signs Girls
Growth Spurt
Body Hair Development
Growth Of Breasts
Menstruation / Period Starts
What is contraception and 3 examples
Natural - Intercourse is avoided around time when egg is released (STD Protection)
Mechanical - Condom/Coil - Stops sperm fertilising egg or stops egg implanting
Chemical - Pill - Stops sex cells being released
Surgical - Vasectomy - Sterilisation