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What is the primary function of the human reproductive system?

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Producing, storing, and delivering reproductive cells (gametes) to facilitate reproduction

It also plays a key role in hormone production, influencing secondary sexual characteristics and reproductive health.

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What are the primary sex organs in the male reproductive system?

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Testicles and Ovaries

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What type of cells does meiosis produce?

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Haploid cells (n)

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What type of cells does mitosis produce?

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Diploid cells (2n)

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What are the male and female gametes?

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Egg and Sperm Cell

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What is the result of the fusion of sperm and egg?

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Fertilization

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What is the role of the Epididymis in the male reproductive system?

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Stores and matures sperm, giving them the ability to swim and fertilize an egg

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What structure transports sperm from the seminiferous tubules to the epididymis?

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Rete Testis

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What is the function of the Tunica Albuginea?

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Provides protection, support, and structural division around the testicle

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What is the purpose of the Tunica Vaginalis?

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Lubricates and allows testicles to move freely within the scrotum

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What are lobules in the testicle?

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Small compartments containing seminiferous tubules where sperm is produced

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What do Septula do in the testicle?

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Divide the testicle into lobules, providing structure and organization

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What are Seminiferous Tubules?

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Coiled tubes in the lobules where sperm is produced and nourished by Sertoli cells

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What is the function of the penis?

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Serves as the conduit for both urine and semen

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What is the role of the Urethra?

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Carries urine from the bladder and transports semen during ejaculation

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What does the scrotum do?

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Houses and protects the testicles and regulates their temperature

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What is the primary function of the testes?

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Producing sperm and the hormone testosterone

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What is the function of the Vas Deferens?

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Transports mature sperm from the epididymis to the ejaculatory ducts

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What is the Ejaculatory Duct?

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Carries sperm and seminal fluid into the urethra during ejaculation

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What are the two cylindrical structures in the penis that fill with blood during an erection?

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Corpus Cavernosum

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What is the Corpus Spongiosum?

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A structure that surrounds the urethra and prevents it from being compressed during an erection

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What does the Bulbourethral Gland do?

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Produces a fluid that lubricates the urethra and neutralizes acidity before ejaculation

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What is the role of the Prostate Gland?

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Secretes a fluid that nourishes and protects sperm, aiding in sperm motility

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What does the Seminal Vesicle produce?

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A fluid rich in fructose that provides energy for sperm

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What is the composition of semen?
Semen + Sperm Cell
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What is the function of the bladder?
Stores urine before expulsion
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What is the Glans Penis?
The sensitive, rounded tip of the penis that plays a key role in sexual stimulation
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What is the primary function of the ovary in the female reproductive system?
Produces eggs and hormones like estrogen and progesterone
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What is the role of the uterus?
Where a fertilized egg implants and develops into a fetus
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What is the function of the Fallopian Tube?
Transports the egg from the ovary to the uterus; fertilization usually occurs here
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What is the Broad Ligament?
Supports and stabilizes the uterus, fallopian tubes, and ovaries
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What is the Endometrium?
The inner lining of the uterus that thickens during the menstrual cycle
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What does the Myometrium do?
Contracts during childbirth and menstruation
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What are the Internal and External OS?
Upper and lower openings of the cervix, connecting to the uterus and vagina
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What is the function of the cervix?
Connects to the vagina and plays a role in fertility, pregnancy, and childbirth
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What is the vagina?
A muscular canal for menstrual flow, sexual intercourse, and childbirth
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What is the Primordial Follicle?
The earliest stage of follicle development containing an immature egg
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What is the Preovulatory Follicle?
A fully mature follicle ready for ovulation
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What is the process of Ovum Release?
The egg exits the follicle and enters the fallopian tube for potential fertilization
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What does the Corpus Luteum do?
Produces hormones to prepare the uterus for implantation
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What is the Corpus Albicans?
The degenerated form of the corpus luteum if pregnancy does not occur
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What is the Germinal Epithelium?
The outermost layer of the ovary, playing a role in protection
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What is the function of the Isthmus in the fallopian tubes?
Helps transport the fertilized or unfertilized egg toward the uterus
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What is the Ampulla in the fallopian tubes?
The widest and longest section where fertilization usually occurs
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What is the Fundus of the uterus?
The upper, rounded part that expands during pregnancy
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What does the Perimetrium do?
Provides structural support and reduces friction with surrounding organs
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What is the Clitoris?
A small, highly sensitive organ that plays a major role in sexual pleasure
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What is the Labia Minora?
Inner folds of skin that protect the vaginal and urethral openings
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What is the function of the Labia Majora?
Outer folds of skin that protect the external genitalia
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What is the Mons Pubis?
A fatty area above the pubic bone that cushions and protects underlying structures
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What is the Vestibule?
The area between the labia minora containing openings of the urethra and vagina
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What is the role of Adipose Tissue in mammary glands?
Provides structure, protection, and insulation to the breast
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What do Suspensory Ligaments do in the breast?
Maintain breast shape and anchor it to the chest wall
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What are Lobules in the mammary glands?
Small clusters of milk-producing sacs within the lobes
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What is the function of the Milk Duct?
Channels that transport milk from the lobules to the nipple
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What is the Lactiferous Sinus?
Stores milk before it is released through the nipple
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What is the Areola?
The pigmented area around the nipple that contains glands for lubrication

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