Exam 19: The Reproductive System

During the secretory phase of the uterine (menstrual) cycle,

The physical maturation of sperm is called

The inner lining of the uterus is called the

A massive release, or surge, of ________ from the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland triggers ovulation.

Parasympathetic innervation of the penile arteries involves neurons that release ________ at their synaptic terminals.

The most important androgen is

Figure 19-1 Components of the Female Reproductive System Use Figure 19-1 to identify the labeled part. -Label L represents which of the following structures?

Both centrioles of the spermatid are found in the ________ of the mature sperm.

Two notable exceptions to the overall neutral environment in the human body are the stomach and the

Unless fertilization occurs, the corpus luteum becomes scar tissue, which is known as the

The female structure that is derived from the same embryonic structures as the penis in males is the

Which of the following is(are) described as an adipose-containing, fleshy structure that encircles and partially conceals external genital structures?

The hormone responsible for the development and maintenance of female secondary sexual characteristics is

The organ that provides mechanical protection and nutritional support for the developing embryo is the

Cessation of the normal adult menstrual cycle for six months or more is called

In males and females, the process of arousal is under the control of

Male ejaculation occurs as powerful, rhythmic contractions appear in which of the following muscles?

During female sexual arousal, the ________, which resemble the male bulbo-urethral glands, discharge their secretions near the vaginal entrance.

The fluids contributed by the seminiferous tubules and epididymis account for about how much of the volume of semen?

Interstitial cells produce