Question 1

Currently, the most effective method of birth control is:

Accepted Answer

A)  spermicide. 
B)  an IUD. 
C)  injectable contraceptives. 
D)  oral contraceptives. 
E)  a condom. 
A)  spermicide. 
B)  an IUD. 
C)  injectable contraceptives. 
D)  oral contraceptives. 
E)  a condom.

Question 2

After ovulation, the ovum remains fertile for about __________.

Accepted Answer

A)  1 hour 
B)  6 hours 
C)  24 hours 
D)  2 days 
E)  3 days 
A)  1 hour 
B)  6 hours 
C)  24 hours 
D)  2 days 
E)  3 days

Question 3

Fertility is impaired when a male's sperm count drops below _____ sperm per milliliter of semen, and he is considered sterile if his sperm count drops below _______ sperm per milliliter of semen..

Accepted Answer

A)  500 million; 200 million 
B)  100 million; 50 million 
C)  35 million; 20 million 
D)  2 million; 1 million 
E)  500,000; 100,000 
A)  500 million; 200 million 
B)  100 million; 50 million 
C)  35 million; 20 million 
D)  2 million; 1 million 
E)  500,000; 100,000

Question 4

Which of the following is not a method of contraception?

Accepted Answer

A)  progestin 
B)  tubal ligation 
C)  IUDs 
D)  RU-496 
E)  spermicidal foam 
A)  progestin 
B)  tubal ligation 
C)  IUDs 
D)  RU-496 
E)  spermicidal foam

Question 5

MATCHING
Match the reproductive structure with its description.
a.epididymis
e.testes
b.ovary
f.uterus
c.oviduct
g.vagina
d.penis
h.vas deferens
-the vulva surrounds the external opening of this structure

Accepted Answer

The answer of MATCHING
Match the reproductive structure with its description.
a.epididymis
e.testes
b.ovary
f.uterus
c.oviduct
g.vagina
d.penis
h.vas...

Question 6

Testosterone is produced by the interstitial cells.
____________________

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

The function of the epididymis is to:

Accepted Answer

A)  secrete an alkaline fluid that neutralizes the acids of the vagina. 
B)  produce a nutritive fluid for the sperm. 
C)  provide a place for maturation and storage of sperm. 
D)  secrete mucus that lubricates the penis. 
E)  maintain sperm at a low body temperature. 
A)  secrete an alkaline fluid that neutralizes the acids of the vagina. 
B)  produce a nutritive fluid for the sperm. 
C)  provide a place for maturation and storage of sperm. 
D)  secrete mucus that lubricates the penis. 
E)  maintain sperm at a low body temperature.

Question 8

Arrange the following stages of oogenesis in sequential order. 1)
Secondary oocyte
2)
Oogonium
3)
Ovum
4)
Primary oocyte

Accepted Answer

A)  4 $\rightarrow$1 $\rightarrow$ 2 $\rightarrow$ 3 
B)  4 $\rightarrow$ 3 $\rightarrow$2 $\rightarrow$1 
C)  3 $\rightarrow$2 $\rightarrow$4 $\rightarrow$ 1 
D)  2 $\rightarrow$ 3 $\rightarrow$ 4 $\rightarrow$ 1 
E)  2$\rightarrow$ 4 $\rightarrow$ 1 $\rightarrow$ 3 
A)  4 $\rightarrow$1 $\rightarrow$ 2 $\rightarrow$ 3 
B)  4 $\rightarrow$ 3 $\rightarrow$2 $\rightarrow$1 
C)  3 $\rightarrow$2 $\rightarrow$4 $\rightarrow$ 1 
D)  2 $\rightarrow$ 3 $\rightarrow$ 4 $\rightarrow$ 1 
E)  2$\rightarrow$ 4 $\rightarrow$ 1 $\rightarrow$ 3

Question 9

In the preovulatory phase of the menstrual cycle, FSH stimulates a few follicles to develop.
____________________

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Semen consists of:

Accepted Answer

A)  sperm only. 
B)  secretions of accessory glands only. 
C)  sperm plus urine. 
D)  sperm plus secretions of accessory glands. 
E)  sperm plus urine plus secretions of accessory glands. 
A)  sperm only. 
B)  secretions of accessory glands only. 
C)  sperm plus urine. 
D)  sperm plus secretions of accessory glands. 
E)  sperm plus urine plus secretions of accessory glands.

Question 11

The lining of the uterus is called the:

Accepted Answer

A)  diaphragm. 
B)  endothelium. 
C)  endometrium. 
D)  hymen. 
E)  cervix. 
A)  diaphragm. 
B)  endothelium. 
C)  endometrium. 
D)  hymen. 
E)  cervix.

Question 12

Which of the following sequences is incorrect?

Accepted Answer

A)  Males: inhibin: secreted by Sertoli cells 
B)  Males: follicle-stimulating hormone: stimulate production of androgen binding protein 
C)  Males: gonadotropin-releasing hormone: stimulate testosterone production 
D)  Females: luteinizing hormone: stimulate ovulation 
E)  Females: inhibin: decreased secretion of FSH 
A)  Males: inhibin: secreted by Sertoli cells 
B)  Males: follicle-stimulating hormone: stimulate production of androgen binding protein 
C)  Males: gonadotropin-releasing hormone: stimulate testosterone production 
D)  Females: luteinizing hormone: stimulate ovulation 
E)  Females: inhibin: decreased secretion of FSH

Question 13

Why are mitochondria present in the sperm?

Accepted Answer

A)  to provide energy for the movement of the flagellum 
B)  to provide energy for the acrosome to penetrate the egg 
C)  to provide nutrients for the sperm 
D)  to provide nutrients for the developing embryo 
E)  to provide energy for the maturation of the sperm 
A)  to provide energy for the movement of the flagellum 
B)  to provide energy for the acrosome to penetrate the egg 
C)  to provide nutrients for the sperm 
D)  to provide nutrients for the developing embryo 
E)  to provide energy for the maturation of the sperm

Question 14

Following fertilization, human chorionic gonadotropin is responsible for maintaining the corpus luteum.
____________________

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

The bulbourethral glands secrete a fluid containing fructose and prostaglandins.
____________________

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

The inguinal canal is located in the:

Accepted Answer

A)  abdominal wall. 
B)  scrotum. 
C)  epididymis. 
D)  ejaculatory duct. 
E)  vas deferens. 
A)  abdominal wall. 
B)  scrotum. 
C)  epididymis. 
D)  ejaculatory duct. 
E)  vas deferens.

Question 17

In which of the following is a laparoscope used to guide the transfer of eggs and sperm into a woman's oviduct?

Accepted Answer

A)  IUI. 
B)  host mothering. 
C)  in vitro fertilization. 
D)  gamete intrafallopian transfer. 
E)  zygote intrafallopian transfer. 
A)  IUI. 
B)  host mothering. 
C)  in vitro fertilization. 
D)  gamete intrafallopian transfer. 
E)  zygote intrafallopian transfer.

Question 18

Granulosa cells surround a:

Accepted Answer

A)  primary oocyte. 
B)  secondary oocyte. 
C)  primary spermatocyte. 
D)  secondary spermatocyte. 
E)  Sertoli cell. 
A)  primary oocyte. 
B)  secondary oocyte. 
C)  primary spermatocyte. 
D)  secondary spermatocyte. 
E)  Sertoli cell.

Question 19

MATCHING
Match the reproductive structure with its description.
a.epididymis
e.testes
b.ovary
f.uterus
c.oviduct
g.vagina
d.penis
h.vas deferens
-site of fertilization

Accepted Answer

The answer of MATCHING
Match the reproductive structure with its description.
a.epididymis
e.testes
b.ovary
f.uterus
c.oviduct
g.vagina
d.penis
h.vas...

Question 20

Discuss the advantages and disadvantages associated with asexual and sexual reproduction.

Accepted Answer

Asexual reproduction is faster and more

Exam 50: Reproduction

Currently, the most effective method of birth control is:

After ovulation, the ovum remains fertile for about __________.

Fertility is impaired when a male's sperm count drops below _____ sperm per milliliter of semen, and he is considered sterile if his sperm count drops below _______ sperm per milliliter of semen..

Which of the following is not a method of contraception?

MATCHING Match the reproductive structure with its description. a.epididymis e.testes b.ovary f.uterus c.oviduct g.vagina d.penis h.vas deferens -the vulva surrounds the external opening of this structure

Testosterone is produced by the interstitial cells. ____________________

The function of the epididymis is to:

Arrange the following stages of oogenesis in sequential order. 1) Secondary oocyte 2) Oogonium 3) Ovum 4) Primary oocyte

In the preovulatory phase of the menstrual cycle, FSH stimulates a few follicles to develop. ____________________

Semen consists of:

The lining of the uterus is called the:

Which of the following sequences is incorrect?

Why are mitochondria present in the sperm?

Following fertilization, human chorionic gonadotropin is responsible for maintaining the corpus luteum. ____________________

The bulbourethral glands secrete a fluid containing fructose and prostaglandins. ____________________

The inguinal canal is located in the:

In which of the following is a laparoscope used to guide the transfer of eggs and sperm into a woman's oviduct?

Granulosa cells surround a:

MATCHING Match the reproductive structure with its description. a.epididymis e.testes b.ovary f.uterus c.oviduct g.vagina d.penis h.vas deferens -site of fertilization

Discuss the advantages and disadvantages associated with asexual and sexual reproduction.

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Atoms and Molecules: the Chemical Basis of Life

The Chemistry of Life: Organic Compounds

Organization of the Cell

Biological Membranes

Cell Communication

Energy and Metabolism

How Cells Make Atp: Energy-Releasing Pathways

Photosynthesis: Capturing Light Energy

Chromosomes, Mitosis, and Meiosis

The Basic Principles of Heredity

Dna: the Carrier of Genetic Information

Gene Expression

Gene Regulation

Dna Technology and Genomics

Human Genetics and the Human Genome

Developmental Genetics

Introduction to Darwinian Evolution

Evolutionary Change in Populations

Speciation and Macroevolution

The Origin and Evolutionary History of Life

The Evolution of Primates

Understanding Diversity: Systematics

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Protists

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An Introduction to Animal Diversity

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Roots and Mineral Nutrition

Reproduction in Flowering Plants

Plant Developmental Responses to External and Internal Signals

Animal Structure and Function: an Introduction

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