Question 1

If several sperm fertilize a single ovum as it is dividing, twins or even triplets, may result.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

In addition to the gonads, the reproductive system includes all of the following except:

Accepted Answer

A)  reproductive tract 
B)  urinary bladder 
C)  accessory glands 
D)  external genitalia 
E)  it includes all of the above 
A)  reproductive tract 
B)  urinary bladder 
C)  accessory glands 
D)  external genitalia 
E)  it includes all of the above

Question 3

Normally sperm exits from the testis by passing through the epididymis, ductus deferens, ejaculatory duct, and urethra.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

The proliferative phase of the menstrual (uterine) cycle

Accepted Answer

A)  occurs when the ovarian cycle is in the follicular phase. 
B)  lasts from menstruation to ovulation. 
C)  occurs when the endometrium is repairing itself and thickening under the influence of estrogen. 
D)  two of these answers. 
E)  all of these answers. 
A)  occurs when the ovarian cycle is in the follicular phase. 
B)  lasts from menstruation to ovulation. 
C)  occurs when the endometrium is repairing itself and thickening under the influence of estrogen. 
D)  two of these answers. 
E)  all of these answers.

Question 5

The fimbriae are the dilated portion of the uterus.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

During spermatogenesis

Accepted Answer

A)  FSH is required for spermatid remodeling. 
B)  spermatogonia divide by mitosis 
C)  testosterone is essential for both mitosis and meiosis of the germ cells. 
D)  both (a) and (c) above. 
E)  all of the above 
A)  FSH is required for spermatid remodeling. 
B)  spermatogonia divide by mitosis 
C)  testosterone is essential for both mitosis and meiosis of the germ cells. 
D)  both (a) and (c) above. 
E)  all of the above

Question 7

The normal site of implantation is the

Accepted Answer

A)  ovary. 
B)  uterus. 
C)  oviduct. 
D)  vagina. 
E)  fimbria. 
A)  ovary. 
B)  uterus. 
C)  oviduct. 
D)  vagina. 
E)  fimbria.

Question 8

Indicate which item in the following answer code best matches the description in each question by writing the appropriate letter in the blank. There is only one correct answer per question. Each answer may be used more than once. Some answers may not be used at all.
-Contains enzymes utilized for penetration of ovum.

Accepted Answer

A) erection 
B) acrosome 
C) Leydig cells 
D) seminal vesicles 
E) oviduct
F)uterus
G)inner cell mass
H)seminiferous tubules
I)midpiece of sperm
J)head of sperm
K)vagina
L)prostate gland
M)trophoblast
N)corpus luteum
O)epididymis
P)ovaries
Q)ejaculation
R)tail of sperm
S)Sertoli cells
T)endometrium
U)placenta 
A) erection 
B) acrosome 
C) Leydig cells 
D) seminal vesicles 
E) oviduct
F)uterus
G)inner cell mass
H)seminiferous tubules
I)midpiece of sperm
J)head of sperm
K)vagina
L)prostate gland
M)trophoblast
N)corpus luteum
O)epididymis
P)ovaries
Q)ejaculation
R)tail of sperm
S)Sertoli cells
T)endometrium
U)placenta

Question 9

A high local concentration of testosterone within the seminiferous tubules is essential for sustaining sperm production.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Each gamete contains 23 chromosomes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

If fertilization does not occur, the corpus luteum has a life span of about 3 months.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

The following series of 6 questions refer to the accompanying diagram of the ovarian cycle.  
-At which stage is both estrogen and progesterone produced?

Accepted Answer

A)  3 
B)  4 
C)  6 
D)  9 
A)  3 
B)  4 
C)  6 
D)  9

Question 13

During the menstrual phase of the uterine cycle,

Accepted Answer

A)  a new ovarian follicular phase is beginning. 
B)  estrogen and progesterone levels reach their lowest concentration. 
C)  vasoconstriction of the uterine vessels occurs in response to release of a uterine prostaglandin. 
D)  the corpus luteum degenerates. 
E)  all of these answers. 
A)  a new ovarian follicular phase is beginning. 
B)  estrogen and progesterone levels reach their lowest concentration. 
C)  vasoconstriction of the uterine vessels occurs in response to release of a uterine prostaglandin. 
D)  the corpus luteum degenerates. 
E)  all of these answers.

Question 14

Human chorionic gonadotropin is secreted by the corpus luteum of pregnancy.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Prostaglandins are secreted into the semen by the prostate gland.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

The following series of 10 questions refer to the accompanying diagram of the uterine-ovarian-hormonal cycle.  
-What hormone causes the events that occur in steps 16 and 17?

Accepted Answer

A)  estrogen 
B)  progesterone 
C)  DHEA 
D)  hCG 
E)  none of the above 
A)  estrogen 
B)  progesterone 
C)  DHEA 
D)  hCG 
E)  none of the above

Question 17

A ertilized egg is known as a _______

Accepted Answer

The answer of A ertilized egg is known as a...

Question 18

During the secretory phase, the corpus luteum secretes ____ levels of estrogen and ____ levels of progesterone.

Accepted Answer

A)  high, high 
B)  high, low 
C)  low, high 
D)  low, low 
A)  high, high 
B)  high, low 
C)  low, high 
D)  low, low

Question 19

Ovulation is associated with the rapid rise of which ovarian hormone?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 20

Indicate whether the following functions are attributable to estrogen or progesterone using the following answer code:
-Is responsible for developing and maintaining female secondary sexual characteristics.

Accepted Answer

A) estrogen 
B) progesterone 
C) both estrogen and progesterone 
A) estrogen 
B) progesterone 
C) both estrogen and progesterone

If several sperm fertilize a single ovum as it is dividing, twins or even triplets, may result.

In addition to the gonads, the reproductive system includes all of the following except:

Normally sperm exits from the testis by passing through the epididymis, ductus deferens, ejaculatory duct, and urethra.

The proliferative phase of the menstrual (uterine) cycle

The fimbriae are the dilated portion of the uterus.

During spermatogenesis

The normal site of implantation is the

A high local concentration of testosterone within the seminiferous tubules is essential for sustaining sperm production.

Each gamete contains 23 chromosomes.

If fertilization does not occur, the corpus luteum has a life span of about 3 months.

The following series of 6 questions refer to the accompanying diagram of the ovarian cycle. -At which stage is both estrogen and progesterone produced?

During the menstrual phase of the uterine cycle,

Human chorionic gonadotropin is secreted by the corpus luteum of pregnancy.

Prostaglandins are secreted into the semen by the prostate gland.

The following series of 10 questions refer to the accompanying diagram of the uterine-ovarian-hormonal cycle. -What hormone causes the events that occur in steps 16 and 17?

A ertilized egg is known as a _______

During the secretory phase, the corpus luteum secretes levels of estrogen and levels of progesterone.

Ovulation is associated with the rapid rise of which ovarian hormone?

Indicate whether the following functions are attributable to estrogen or progesterone using the following answer code: -Is responsible for developing and maintaining female secondary sexual characteristics.

Introduction to Physiology and Homeostasis

Cell Physiology

The Plasma Membrane and Membrane Potential

Principles of Neural and Hormonal Communication

The Central Nervous System

The Peripheral Nervous System: Afferent Division and Special Senses

The Peripheral Nervous System: Efferent Division

Muscle Physiology

Cardiac Physiology

The Blood Vessels and Blood Pressure

The Blood and Body Defenses

The Respiratory System

The Urinary System

Fluid and Acid-Base Balance

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Exam 18: The Reproductive System

If several sperm fertilize a single ovum as it is dividing, twins or even triplets, may result.

In addition to the gonads, the reproductive system includes all of the following except:

Normally sperm exits from the testis by passing through the epididymis, ductus deferens, ejaculatory duct, and urethra.

The proliferative phase of the menstrual (uterine) cycle

The fimbriae are the dilated portion of the uterus.

During spermatogenesis

The normal site of implantation is the

A high local concentration of testosterone within the seminiferous tubules is essential for sustaining sperm production.

Each gamete contains 23 chromosomes.

If fertilization does not occur, the corpus luteum has a life span of about 3 months.

The following series of 6 questions refer to the accompanying diagram of the ovarian cycle. -At which stage is both estrogen and progesterone produced?

During the menstrual phase of the uterine cycle,

Human chorionic gonadotropin is secreted by the corpus luteum of pregnancy.

Prostaglandins are secreted into the semen by the prostate gland.

The following series of 10 questions refer to the accompanying diagram of the uterine-ovarian-hormonal cycle. -What hormone causes the events that occur in steps 16 and 17?

A ertilized egg is known as a _______

During the secretory phase, the corpus luteum secretes ____ levels of estrogen and ____ levels of progesterone.

Ovulation is associated with the rapid rise of which ovarian hormone?

Indicate whether the following functions are attributable to estrogen or progesterone using the following answer code: -Is responsible for developing and maintaining female secondary sexual characteristics.

Introduction to Physiology and Homeostasis

Cell Physiology

The Plasma Membrane and Membrane Potential

Principles of Neural and Hormonal Communication

The Central Nervous System

The Peripheral Nervous System: Afferent Division and Special Senses

The Peripheral Nervous System: Efferent Division

Muscle Physiology

Cardiac Physiology

The Blood Vessels and Blood Pressure

The Blood and Body Defenses

The Respiratory System

The Urinary System

Fluid and Acid-Base Balance

The Digestive System

Energy Balance and Temperature Regulation

The Endocrine System

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During the secretory phase, the corpus luteum secretes levels of estrogen and levels of progesterone.