Reproduction Flashcards
1
Q
Cells are diploid except gametes which are haploid (true or false)
A
True
2
Q
What is a diploid cell
A
It is a cell with 2 sets or chromosomes
3
Q
What is a haploid cell
A
A cell with only 1 set of chromosomes
4
Q
Give the meaning of fertilisation
A
Fertilisation is the fusion of nuclei of two haploid gametes to produce a diploid zygote which divides to form an embryo
5
Q
Where does fertilisation take place
A
In the Fallopian tubes (oviduct)
6
Q
State parts of the female reductive system
A
Ovary oviduct uterus lining uterus vagina
7
Q
State the parts of the male reproductive system
A
Penis urethra sperm duct testis
8
Q
Name the female sex organs of a plant
A
Ovary
