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What is the primary function of the human reproductive system?

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To produce gametes and facilitate reproduction.

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True or False: The male reproductive system produces sperm and hormones.

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True.

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Fill in the blank: The female reproductive system produces ______ and supports fetal development.

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eggs.

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What are the male gametes called?

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Sperm.

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What are the female gametes called?

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Ova or eggs.

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Where does fertilization typically occur in the female reproductive system?

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In the fallopian tubes.

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Multiple choice: Which organ is responsible for the production of sperm?

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Testes.

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What is the role of the uterus?

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To support the development of the fetus during pregnancy.

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True or False: The scrotum helps regulate the temperature of the testes.

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True.

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Fill in the blank: The ______ is the male organ that delivers sperm during ejaculation.

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penis.

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What is the menstrual cycle?

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A monthly series of changes in the female reproductive system that prepares the body for potential pregnancy.

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Multiple choice: Which hormone is primarily responsible for the regulation of the menstrual cycle?

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Estrogen.

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What is ovulation?

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The release of an egg from the ovary.

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True or False: Sperm can survive in the female reproductive tract for several days after ejaculation.

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True.

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Fill in the blank: The ______ connects the ovaries to the uterus.

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fallopian tubes.

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What is the function of the prostate gland?

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To produce a fluid that nourishes and helps transport sperm.

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Multiple choice: Which part of the female reproductive system is involved in the menstrual cycle?

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Ovaries.

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What is the role of the placenta during pregnancy?

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To provide oxygen and nutrients to the developing fetus and remove waste products.

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True or False: The vas deferens transports sperm from the epididymis to the urethra.

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True.

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Fill in the blank: The ______ is the outer layer of the uterus.

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endometrium.

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What is contraception?

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Methods used to prevent pregnancy.

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Multiple choice: Which hormone triggers ovulation?

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Luteinizing hormone (LH).

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What is the function of the seminiferous tubules?

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To produce sperm within the testes.

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True or False: The clitoris is involved in sexual arousal.

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True.

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Fill in the blank: The ______ is the hormone responsible for the development of male secondary sexual characteristics.
testosterone.
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What is fertilization?
The union of a sperm and an egg to form a zygote.
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Multiple choice: Where does sperm maturation occur?
Epididymis.
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What is the role of FSH in the reproductive system?
To stimulate the production of sperm in males and the development of follicles in females.
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True or False: The cervix is the lower part of the uterus that opens into the vagina.
True.
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Fill in the blank: The ______ is the site of implantation of the fertilized egg.
uterus.
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What is the role of the ovaries?
To produce eggs and hormones such as estrogen and progesterone.
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Multiple choice: Which of the following is NOT a part of the male reproductive system?
Ovary.
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What are the stages of the menstrual cycle?
Menstrual phase, follicular phase, ovulation, luteal phase.
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True or False: The fimbriae help guide the egg from the ovary to the fallopian tube.
True.
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Fill in the blank: The ______ is the primary structure of the male reproductive system that produces testosterone.
testes.
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What is a zygote?
A fertilized egg that results from the union of sperm and egg.
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Multiple choice: Which hormone is responsible for building up the uterine lining?
Progesterone.
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What is gestation?
The period of development of the embryo and fetus in the uterus.
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True or False: The urethra serves both the urinary and reproductive systems in males.
True.
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Fill in the blank: The ______ is the external female genitalia.
vulva.
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What is the primary function of the corpus luteum?
To produce hormones that maintain the uterine lining.
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Multiple choice: Which organ is responsible for the production of eggs?
Ovaries.
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What is the role of the epididymis?
To store and mature sperm.
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True or False: The luteal phase occurs after ovulation.
True.
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Fill in the blank: The ______ is the muscular tube that connects the vagina to the uterus.
cervix.
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What is the role of the amniotic fluid?
To cushion and protect the developing fetus.
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Multiple choice: Which structure releases hormones that regulate the menstrual cycle?
Ovaries.
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What is the function of the endometrium?
To provide a suitable environment for a fertilized egg to implant.
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True or False: The male reproductive system includes the prostate, seminal vesicles, and epididymis.
True.
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Fill in the blank: The ______ is the process of shedding the uterine lining during menstruation.
menstrual phase.
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What is the role of the seminal vesicles?
To produce seminal fluid that nourishes sperm.
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Multiple choice: Which hormone is released by the pituitary gland to stimulate the ovaries?
Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH).
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What is the role of the relaxin hormone during pregnancy?
To relax the pelvic ligaments and cervix.
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True or False: The testis is located outside the body to maintain a cooler temperature for sperm production.
True.
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Fill in the blank: The ______ is the main organ of the female reproductive system.
uterus.
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What is the main function of the hymen?
To partially cover the vaginal opening in females.
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Multiple choice: Which of the following is a barrier method of contraception?
Condom.
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What is the role of the follicle in the ovary?
To mature and release an egg during ovulation.
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True or False: The corpus luteum forms after the egg is released from the ovary.
True.
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Fill in the blank: The ______ contains blood vessels that provide nutrients to the fetus.
placenta.
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What is the main purpose of prenatal care?
To monitor the health of the mother and fetus during pregnancy.
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Multiple choice: Which structure is involved in the production of sperm?
Seminiferous tubules.
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What is the primary purpose of the male reproductive system?
To produce sperm and deliver it to the female reproductive system.
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True or False: The female reproductive system is responsible for producing milk during breastfeeding.
True.
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Fill in the blank: The ______ is the structure that provides protection for the developing fetus.
amniotic sac.
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What is the role of the clitoris?
To provide sexual pleasure.
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Multiple choice: Which hormone is responsible for the development of female secondary sexual characteristics?
Estrogen.
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What is the function of the vagina?
To serve as the birth canal and receive the penis during intercourse.
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True or False: The hypothalamus plays a role in regulating reproductive hormones.
True.
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Fill in the blank: The ______ is a surgical procedure to prevent pregnancy by cutting the fallopian tubes.
tubal ligation.
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What is the term for the first stage of labor?
Dilation.
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Multiple choice: Which of the following is a sign of pregnancy?
Missed period.
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What is the purpose of the umbilical cord?
To connect the fetus to the placenta.
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True or False: A hysterectomy is the surgical removal of the uterus.
True.
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Fill in the blank: The ______ is the part of the sperm that contains enzymes to penetrate the egg.
acrosome.
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What is the role of oxytocin during childbirth?
To stimulate uterine contractions.
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Multiple choice: Which part of the male reproductive system stores sperm?
Epididymis.

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