Reproductive Structures

Question 1

The external sac of skin and muscle that contains the testes.

Answer 1

Scrotum

Question 2

The primary male reproductive organs responsible for producing sperm and testosterone.

Answer 2

Testes

Question 3

Reproductive cells, also known as spermatozoa, which carry genetic information to fertilize an egg.

Answer 3

Sperm

Question 4

A coiled tube located on the posterior surface of each testis where sperm mature and are stored.

Answer 4

Epididymis

Question 5

The organ used for urination and copulation, and it contains the urethra, which carries both urine and semen.

Answer 5

Penis

Question 6

A muscular tube that transports sperm from the epididymis to the urethra during ejaculation.

Answer 6

Vas Deferens

Question 7

A gland that produces a significant portion of the seminal fluid, which nourishes and supports sperm.

Answer 7

Prostate

Question 8

The process of sperm cell production within the testes, involving the transformation of spermatogonia into mature sperm.

Answer 8

Spermatogenesis

Question 9

This cell includes a head with genetic material, a midpiece with mitochondria for energy, and a tail for motility.

Answer 9

Sperm

Question 10

The physiological process in which the penis becomes firm and enlarged due to increased blood flow, enabling sexual activity.

Answer 10

Erection

Question 11

The release of semen from the reproductive system during sexual climax.

Answer 11

Ejaculation

Question 12

The coordinated muscular contractions that propel substances, such as sperm, through tubular structures in the body.

Answer 12

Peristalsis

Question 13

Composed of sperm cells, seminal fluid, and additional enzymes and substances that nourish and support the sperm.

Answer 13

Semen

Question 14

Reproductive organs responsible for producing eggs (ova) and female sex hormones.

Answer 14

Ovaries

Question 15

Small sacs within the ovaries that contain an immature egg (oocyte) and assist in its development.

Answer 15

Ovarian follicles

Question 16

Tubes that transport eggs from the ovaries to the uterus and serve as the site of fertilization.

Answer 16

Oviducts
aka
Fallopian tubes

Question 17

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

Answer 17

Uterus

Question 18

The lower part of the uterus that connects to the vagina, and it plays a role in regulating the passage of sperm and menstrual flow.

Answer 18

Cervix

Question 19

External genitalia, including the labia, clitoris, and vaginal opening.

Answer 19

Vulva

Question 20

The folds of skin surrounding the vaginal and urethral openings.

Answer 20

Labia

Question 21

Oil-producing glands found in the skin, including the skin of the vulva, which secrete sebum.

Answer 21

Sebaceous Glands

Question 22

A highly sensitive female sexual organ located at the top of the vulva, involved in sexual arousal.

Answer 22

Clitoris

Question 23

The visible, external part of the clitoris, rich in nerve endings and central to sexual pleasure.

Answer 23

Glans Clitoris

Question 24

The muscular tube that connects the external genitals to the cervix and serves as the birth canal and the passage for menstrual flow.

Answer 24

Vagina

Question 25

An immature egg cell, which has the potential to be fertilized by sperm.

Answer 25

Oocyte

Question 26

The release of a mature egg (oocyte) from an ovarian follicle into the fallopian tube, typically occurring in the middle of the menstrual cycle.

Answer 26

Ovulation

Question 27

Key female sex hormones that regulate the menstrual cycle.

Answer 27

Estrogen and progesterone

Question 28

This hormone prepares the body for ovulation and thickens the uterine lining.

Answer 28

Estrogen

Question 29

After ovulation, the _______ __________ forms from the remaining follicle and produces progesterone to maintain the uterine lining.

Answer 29

After ovulation, the corpus luteum forms from the remaining follicle and produces progesterone to maintain the uterine lining.

Question 30

If fertilization doesn’t occur, the corpus luteum breaks down, leading to a drop in ____________, triggering menstruation.

Answer 30

If fertilization doesn’t occur, the corpus luteum breaks down, leading to a drop in progesterone, triggering menstruation.