Question 1

Match each hormone to its function.
-prepares mammary glands for lactation

Accepted Answer

A) progesterone 
B) GnRH 
C) estrogen, progesterone 
D) prolactin 
E) LH 
A) progesterone 
B) GnRH 
C) estrogen, progesterone 
D) prolactin 
E) LH

Question 2

Using the figure above, identify the organs of the female reproductive system.
-The uterus is indicated by letter ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of   Using the figure above, identify...

Question 3

Which one of the following hormones would be tested for in a home pregnancy test?

Accepted Answer

A)  estrogen 
B)  hCG 
C)  progesterone 
D)  LH 
E)  FSH 
A)  estrogen 
B)  hCG 
C)  progesterone 
D)  LH 
E)  FSH

Question 4

Which one of the following sexually transmitted diseases is currently the most prevalent in the United States?

Accepted Answer

A)  gonorrhea 
B)  syphilis 
C)  AIDS 
D)  genital warts 
E)  chlamydia 
A)  gonorrhea 
B)  syphilis 
C)  AIDS 
D)  genital warts 
E)  chlamydia

Question 5

As sperm are produced, they go through several stages. Which one of the following stages develops directly into mature motile sperm?

Accepted Answer

A)  primary spermatocytes 
B)  spermatogonia 
C)  spermatids 
D)  secondary spermatocytes 
E)  Sertoli cells 
A)  primary spermatocytes 
B)  spermatogonia 
C)  spermatids 
D)  secondary spermatocytes 
E)  Sertoli cells

Question 6

Secretions from the bulbourethral gland lubricate and cleanse the urethra of urine residue prior to the entry of sperm.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Using the figure above, match each organ (A-F) to its description.
-accessory gland that secretes mucus into the urethra during sexual arousal

Accepted Answer

The answer of   Using the figure above, match...

Question 8

Which one of the following sexually transmitted diseases is characterized by a primary phase that affects the genitals, and secondary and tertiary phases that spread throughout the body?

Accepted Answer

A)  chlamydia 
B)  genital warts 
C)  hepatitis B 
D)  syphilis 
E)  gonorrhea 
A)  chlamydia 
B)  genital warts 
C)  hepatitis B 
D)  syphilis 
E)  gonorrhea

Question 9

If fertilization does not occur following release of the egg by the ovary, then which one of the following degenerates approximately two weeks after ovulation?

Accepted Answer

A)  primary oocyte 
B)  oviduct 
C)  endometrium layer 
D)  corpus luteum 
E)  choices A through D are correct 
A)  primary oocyte 
B)  oviduct 
C)  endometrium layer 
D)  corpus luteum 
E)  choices A through D are correct

Question 10

The ultimate goal of the male reproductive system is to

Accepted Answer

A)  ensure that sperm is produced at the correct time, coinciding with ovulation. 
B)  deliver sperm into the female's reproductive system. 
C)  produce testosterone to influence gender development. 
D)  produce large numbers of sperm. 
E)  maintain the homeostatic condition of the male's body. 
A)  ensure that sperm is produced at the correct time, coinciding with ovulation. 
B)  deliver sperm into the female's reproductive system. 
C)  produce testosterone to influence gender development. 
D)  produce large numbers of sperm. 
E)  maintain the homeostatic condition of the male's body.

Question 11

Which one of the following is TRUE regarding mature human gametes?

Accepted Answer

A)  produced by the process of mitosis 
B)  contain the haploid number of chromosomes 
C)  produced in the testes and oviducts 
D)  are also known as primary spermatocytes and primary oocytes 
E)  contain 46 chromosomes 
A)  produced by the process of mitosis 
B)  contain the haploid number of chromosomes 
C)  produced in the testes and oviducts 
D)  are also known as primary spermatocytes and primary oocytes 
E)  contain 46 chromosomes

Question 12

Prior to the onset of lactation, the mammary glands are prepared for the production of milk by

Accepted Answer

A)  the hormonal action of estrogen and progesterone. 
B)  the completion of ovulation. 
C)  degeneration of the corpus luteum. 
D)  deactivation of FSH, LH, and GnRH. 
E)  synthesis of FSH. 
A)  the hormonal action of estrogen and progesterone. 
B)  the completion of ovulation. 
C)  degeneration of the corpus luteum. 
D)  deactivation of FSH, LH, and GnRH. 
E)  synthesis of FSH.

Question 13

Which one of the following forms of birth control is effective over the longest period of time?

Accepted Answer

A)  IUD 
B)  hysteroscopy 
C)  cervical cap 
D)  condom 
E)  spermicide 
A)  IUD 
B)  hysteroscopy 
C)  cervical cap 
D)  condom 
E)  spermicide

Question 14

Using the figure above, match each organ (A-F) to its description.
-structure that transports sperm to the ejaculatory duct; sperm are stored here until ejaculation

Accepted Answer

The answer of   Using the figure above, match...

Question 15

Fertilization of an egg usually occurs in the upper third of an oviduct.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Which one of the following forms of contraception is the most effective in preventing pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

A)  condom 
B)  rhythm method 
C)  diaphragm 
D)  tubal ligation 
E)  cervical cap 
A)  condom 
B)  rhythm method 
C)  diaphragm 
D)  tubal ligation 
E)  cervical cap

Question 17

Match each disorder associated with the reproductive system to its description.
-condition that results from the movement of uterine lining into the abdominal cavity; symptoms include pain and infertility

Accepted Answer

A) syphilis 
B) genital herpes 
C) dysmenorrhea 
D) endometriosis 
E) pelvic inflammatory disease 
A) syphilis 
B) genital herpes 
C) dysmenorrhea 
D) endometriosis 
E) pelvic inflammatory disease

Question 18

Using the figure above, identify the organs of the female reproductive system.
-The cervix is indicated by letter ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of   Using the figure above, identify...

Question 19

In humans, fertilization usually occurs in the ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In humans, fertilization usually occurs in the...

Question 20

Sexual intercourse cannot result in pregnancy prior to the middle of the proliferative stage. Explain why.

Accepted Answer

Women must undergo a coordinated menstru

Exam 16: Reproductive Systems

Match each hormone to its function. -prepares mammary glands for lactation

Using the figure above, identify the organs of the female reproductive system. -The uterus is indicated by letter ________.

Which one of the following hormones would be tested for in a home pregnancy test?

Which one of the following sexually transmitted diseases is currently the most prevalent in the United States?

As sperm are produced, they go through several stages. Which one of the following stages develops directly into mature motile sperm?

Secretions from the bulbourethral gland lubricate and cleanse the urethra of urine residue prior to the entry of sperm.

Using the figure above, match each organ (A-F) to its description. -accessory gland that secretes mucus into the urethra during sexual arousal

Which one of the following sexually transmitted diseases is characterized by a primary phase that affects the genitals, and secondary and tertiary phases that spread throughout the body?

If fertilization does not occur following release of the egg by the ovary, then which one of the following degenerates approximately two weeks after ovulation?

The ultimate goal of the male reproductive system is to

Which one of the following is TRUE regarding mature human gametes?

Prior to the onset of lactation, the mammary glands are prepared for the production of milk by

Which one of the following forms of birth control is effective over the longest period of time?

Using the figure above, match each organ (A-F) to its description. -structure that transports sperm to the ejaculatory duct; sperm are stored here until ejaculation

Fertilization of an egg usually occurs in the upper third of an oviduct.

Which one of the following forms of contraception is the most effective in preventing pregnancy?

Match each disorder associated with the reproductive system to its description. -condition that results from the movement of uterine lining into the abdominal cavity; symptoms include pain and infertility

Using the figure above, identify the organs of the female reproductive system. -The cervix is indicated by letter ________.

In humans, fertilization usually occurs in the ________.

Sexual intercourse cannot result in pregnancy prior to the middle of the proliferative stage. Explain why.

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