Last Module - Lab

Question 1

What is the function of the seminal vesicle?

Answer 1

Produces fluid that contributes to semen, providing energy for sperm.

Question 2

What does the ejaculatory duct do?

Answer 2

Formed by the union of the vas deferens and the duct of the seminal vesicle; passes through the prostate and empties semen into the urethra.

Question 3

What is the role of the rectum?

Answer 3

Stores feces before defecation.

Question 4

What is the function of the prostate?

Answer 4

Secretes fluid that is part of semen, helping to nourish and transport sperm.

Question 5

What does the bulbourethral gland produce?

Answer 5

Produces a pre-ejaculatory fluid that lubricates the urethra and neutralizes acidity.

Question 6

What is the anus?

Answer 6

The opening at the end of the digestive tract where feces exit the body.

Question 7

What is the bulb of the penis?

Answer 7

A mass of erectile tissue that forms the enlarged proximal (attached) part of the corpus spongiosum.

Question 8

What is the function of the ductus (vas) deferens?

Answer 8

Transport sperm from the epididymis to the ejaculatory duct.

Question 9

What does the epididymis do?

Answer 9

Stores and matures sperm.

Question 10

What is the role of the testis?

Answer 10

Produces sperm and male hormones (androgens).

Question 11

What is the scrotum?

Answer 11

A sac of skin that holds and protects the testes, regulating their temperature.

Question 12

What do ureters do?

Answer 12

Carry urine from the kidneys to the urinary bladder.

Question 13

What is the function of the urinary bladder?

Answer 13

Stores urine.

Question 14

What is the prostatic urethra?

Answer 14

The portion of the urethra that passes through the prostate gland.

Question 15

What is the pubis?

Answer 15

The anterior and inferior part of the hip bone, forming the front of the pelvis.

Question 16

What is the membranous urethra?

Answer 16

The short portion of the urethra that passes through the urogenital diaphragm.

Question 17

What does the urogenital diaphragm do?

Answer 17

A muscular sheet that supports the pelvic organs and helps control urination.

Question 18

What is the corpus cavernosum?

Answer 18

Two columns of erectile tissue in the penis that fill with blood during erection.

Question 19

What is the corpus spongiosum?

Answer 19

A column of erectile tissue in the penis that surrounds the urethra and remains pliable during erection.

Question 20

What is the spongy urethra?

Answer 20

The portion of the urethra that runs through the corpus spongiosum in the penis.

Question 21

What is the glans penis?

Answer 21

The rounded tip of the penis.

Question 22

What is the prepuce?

Answer 22

The retractable fold of skin (foreskin) covering the glans penis.

Question 23

What is the external urethral orifice?

Answer 23

The external opening of the urethra where urine and semen exit the body.

Question 24

What is the uterosacral ligament?

Answer 24

Helps support the uterus and cervix, attaching them to the sacrum.

Question 25

What is the rectouterine pouch?

Answer 25

The lowest point of the peritoneal cavity in females, located between the rectum and the uterus. Can be a site for fluid collection.

Question 26

What is the cervix?

Answer 26

The lower, narrow part of the uterus that connects to the vagina; allows passage of menstrual fluid and a baby during birth, and produces mucus.

Question 27

What is the vagina?

Answer 27

A muscular tube connecting the cervix to the external genitalia; functions in sexual intercourse, childbirth, and the passage of menstrual fluid.

Question 28

What is the suspensory ligament of the ovary?

Answer 28

Contains the ovarian vessels and nerves, attaching the ovary to the pelvic wall.

Question 29

What is the uterine tube?

Answer 29

(Fallopian tube) Transport eggs from the ovary to the uterus and are the usual site of fertilization.

Question 30

What is the ovary?

Answer 30

Produces eggs (ova) and female hormones (estrogen and progesterone).

Question 31

What are fimbriae?

Answer 31

Finger-like projections at the end of the uterine tube that sweep the egg into the tube after ovulation.

Question 32

What is the uterus?

Answer 32

A muscular organ where a fertilized egg implants and a fetus develops during pregnancy.

Question 33

What is the round ligament?

Answer 33

Helps to support the uterus, connecting it to the anterior pelvic wall.

Question 34

What is the vesicouterine pouch?

Answer 34

A peritoneal pouch between the bladder and the uterus.

Question 35

What is the pubic symphysis?

Answer 35

A cartilaginous joint connecting the left and right pubic bones.

Question 36

What is the mons pubis?

Answer 36

A mound of fatty tissue covering the pubic bone, often covered with hair after puberty; provides cushioning.

Question 37

What is the urethra?

Answer 37

A tube that carries urine from the bladder out of the body. In females, it is short and opens externally.

Question 38

What is the clitoris?

Answer 38

A highly sensitive erectile organ.

Question 39

What is the hymen?

Answer 39

A thin membrane that may partially cover the external vaginal opening; its function is not definitively known.

Question 40

What are the labium minus?

Answer 40

Two inner folds of skin that surround and protect the vaginal and urethral openings.

Question 41

What are the labium majus?

Answer 41

Two outer, fleshy folds of skin that enclose and protect the other external genital organs.

Question 42

What is the pectoralis major muscle?

Answer 42

Large chest muscle that helps move the arm across the body and rotate it.

Question 43

What is the function of the suspensory ligament of the breast?

Answer 43

Provide support for the breast tissue, attaching it to the skin and underlying muscle.

Question 44

What does adipose tissue do in the breast?

Answer 44

Provides cushioning and contributes to breast size and shape; acts as an endocrine organ.

Question 45

What are lobes in the breast?

Answer 45

Sections of the breast containing lobules that produce milk.

Question 46

What is the areola?

Answer 46

The pigmented area around the nipple; contains glands that secrete lubricating oil.

Question 47

What is the nipple?

Answer 47

The projection from the breast where milk exits the lactiferous ducts; involved in breastfeeding and sexual sensation.

Question 48

What is the opening of the lactiferous duct?

Answer 48

Tiny pores on the surface of the nipple through which milk is released.

Question 49

What is the lactiferous sinus?

Answer 49

Enlarged area of the lactiferous duct near the nipple that serves as a reservoir for milk.

Question 50

What are lactiferous ducts?

Answer 50

Tubes that carry milk from the lobules to the nipple.

Question 51

What are lobules containing alveoli?

Answer 51

Small structures within the breast lobes where milk is produced (in the alveoli).

Question 52

What is the hypodermis?

Answer 52

(Subcutaneous tissue) The layer of tissue beneath the skin; stores energy, insulates, and protects the body.

Question 53

What are intercostal muscles?

Answer 53

Muscles located between the ribs that help with breathing and chest wall movement.