Reproductive System Chap 10 Flashcards
What is the process
Sperm&Egg-> Zygote -> Multiple cells -> Embroyo
Testis
Make sperm
Scrotum
Holds the testicles
Sperm ducts
carry sperm from the testes to the penis
Penis
Allows sperm to pass out of the male body
Puberty
The age at which a young person reaches sexual maturity
Ovary
Produces eggs
Fallopian tube
Collects the egg from the ovary and carries it to the uterus
Uterus
Where a Embroyo (baby) will develop
Cervix
The opening in the uterus
Vagina
The birth canal
Menstrual cycle: days 1-5
The lining of the uterus breaks down, blood passes out of the vagina
Menstrual cycle: days 6-13
A new lining develops in the uterus
Menstrual cycle: day 14
The egg is released from the ovary - ovulation
Menstrual cycle: days 15-28
The lining of the uterus remains in place, the cycle will begin again