Reproduction Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
What happens in female reproduction?
A
– Oogenesis
– Endocrinology of ovarian follicles
2
Q
Why does female reproduction happen?
A
– Control of menstrual cycle
– Recognition of pregnancy
3
Q
What does a negative feedback system do?
A
Reverses a change in a system
4
Q
What does a positive feedback system do?
A
Strengthens or reinforces a change in a system
5
Q
What is oogenesis?
A
The formation of gametes in the ovaries
6
Q
What is the function of primordial germ cells?
A
During early foetal development, primordialgerm cells migrate from the yolk sac to the ovaries where they differentiate into oogonia
7
Q
What are oogonia?
A
Oogonia are diploid (2n) stem cells that divide mitotically to produce millions of germ cells
