Question 1

The most important risk for testicular cancer in young males is ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  sexually transmitted infections 
B)  a diet high in fat 
C)  smoking 
D)  failure of the testis to make their normal decent 
A)  sexually transmitted infections 
B)  a diet high in fat 
C)  smoking 
D)  failure of the testis to make their normal decent

Question 2

All but one of the following statements is true of uterine function.Select the statement that is not true of uterine function.

Accepted Answer

A)  The endometrium has a functional layer that the embryo will implant into. 
B)  Its rhythmic, reverse peristalsis can propel sperm toward the egg. 
C)  The narrow portion of the uterus near the cervix is the most typical site of fertilization. 
D)  The myometrium contracts to expel the fetus during child birth. 
A)  The endometrium has a functional layer that the embryo will implant into. 
B)  Its rhythmic, reverse peristalsis can propel sperm toward the egg. 
C)  The narrow portion of the uterus near the cervix is the most typical site of fertilization. 
D)  The myometrium contracts to expel the fetus during child birth.

Question 3

What is the purpose of the male bulbourethral gland?

Accepted Answer

Because it releases its conten

Question 4

During the secretory phase of the menstrual cycle ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  LH reaches its highest levels 
B)  the Graafian follicle forms 
C)  estrogen reaches its highest levels 
D)  progesterone levels are at their highest 
A)  LH reaches its highest levels 
B)  the Graafian follicle forms 
C)  estrogen reaches its highest levels 
D)  progesterone levels are at their highest

Question 5

Select the correct statement about male sexual response.

Accepted Answer

A)  Expansion of the penile tissues results in dilation of the venous outflow. 
B)  Erection is the result of vascular spaces in the erectile tissues filling with blood. 
C)  Ejaculation is the result of parasympathetic stimulation. 
D)  Sympathetic impulses are responsible for causing penile arteriolar dilation, resulting in erection. 
A)  Expansion of the penile tissues results in dilation of the venous outflow. 
B)  Erection is the result of vascular spaces in the erectile tissues filling with blood. 
C)  Ejaculation is the result of parasympathetic stimulation. 
D)  Sympathetic impulses are responsible for causing penile arteriolar dilation, resulting in erection.

Question 6

The primary function of the testes is to produce testosterone.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

When it is cold,the scrotum is pulled away from the body.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Select the statement below that is false.

Accepted Answer

A)  Meiosis results in haploid cells while mitosis results in diploid cells. 
B)  A cell undergoing meiosis results in 4 cells while a cell undergoing mitosis results in two cells. 
C)  Meiosis occurs only in stem cells while mitosis can occur in any of the body's cells. 
D)  Meiosis occurs only after the onset of puberty and produces genetically unique cells while mitosis occurs throughout an entire life time and produces genetically identical cells. 
A)  Meiosis results in haploid cells while mitosis results in diploid cells. 
B)  A cell undergoing meiosis results in 4 cells while a cell undergoing mitosis results in two cells. 
C)  Meiosis occurs only in stem cells while mitosis can occur in any of the body's cells. 
D)  Meiosis occurs only after the onset of puberty and produces genetically unique cells while mitosis occurs throughout an entire life time and produces genetically identical cells.

Question 9

The testis is divided into seminiferous tubules which contain the lobules that produce sperm and the ejaculatory duct that allows the sperm to be ejected from the body.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Match the following:
-Human papillomavirus.

Accepted Answer

A) Gonorrhea 
B) Syphilis 
C) Chlamydia 
D) Genital warts 
E) Genital herpes 
A) Gonorrhea 
B) Syphilis 
C) Chlamydia 
D) Genital warts 
E) Genital herpes

Question 11

The structures that receive the ovulated oocyte,providing a site for fertilization,are called the ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  infundibula 
B)  fallopian tubes 
C)  Graafian follicles 
D)  fimbriae 
A)  infundibula 
B)  fallopian tubes 
C)  Graafian follicles 
D)  fimbriae

Question 12

Which of the following statements about spermatogenesis is not true?

Accepted Answer

A)  Each spermatid forms two sperm. 
B)  The secondary spermatocytes each form two spermatids. 
C)  The spermatogonium forms the primary spermatocyte. 
D)  The primary spermatocyte forms two secondary spermatocytes. 
A)  Each spermatid forms two sperm. 
B)  The secondary spermatocytes each form two spermatids. 
C)  The spermatogonium forms the primary spermatocyte. 
D)  The primary spermatocyte forms two secondary spermatocytes.

Question 13

Figure 27.2
Using Figure 27.2, match the following:
-Area of compacted DNA.

Accepted Answer

A) C 
B) B 
C) A 
D) D 
A) C 
B) B 
C) A 
D) D

Question 14

Effects of estrogen include ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  growth of the larynx 
B)  deepening of the voice 
C)  growth of the breasts at puberty 
D)  increased oiliness of the skin 
A)  growth of the larynx 
B)  deepening of the voice 
C)  growth of the breasts at puberty 
D)  increased oiliness of the skin

Question 15

The amount of testosterone and sperm produced by the testes is dependent on the influence of FSH alone.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Which of the following statements about the female reproductive process is not true?

Accepted Answer

A)  Rebuilding the endometrium is under the control of prolactin. 
B)  The monthly discharge of the uterus (menses) is initiated by the decrease in secretion of female hormones. 
C)  Ovulation usually occurs 14 days after the beginning of menses. 
D)  Fertilization usually occurs in the fallopian tube. 
A)  Rebuilding the endometrium is under the control of prolactin. 
B)  The monthly discharge of the uterus (menses) is initiated by the decrease in secretion of female hormones. 
C)  Ovulation usually occurs 14 days after the beginning of menses. 
D)  Fertilization usually occurs in the fallopian tube.

Question 17

The zona pellucida is formed as the follicle becomes a secondary follicle.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Which of the following is a correct statement about uterine tubes?

Accepted Answer

A)  The infundibulum is the funnel-shaped region near the ovary. 
B)  The isthmus is the normal site of fertilization. 
C)  The mesometrium supports the uterine tubes along their entire length. 
D)  The ampulla is the narrow constricted region. 
A)  The infundibulum is the funnel-shaped region near the ovary. 
B)  The isthmus is the normal site of fertilization. 
C)  The mesometrium supports the uterine tubes along their entire length. 
D)  The ampulla is the narrow constricted region.

Question 19

If gametes were diploid like somatic cells,how many chromosomes would the zygote contain?

Accepted Answer

A)  Twice the diploid number, and with every succeeding generation, the chromosome number would continue to double and normal development could not occur. 
B)  Half the diploid number with no change in development. 
C)  Triple the diploid number, and with every succeeding generation, the chromosome number would continue to triple and normal development would not occur. 
D)  There is no relationship between gametes and somatic cells. 
A)  Twice the diploid number, and with every succeeding generation, the chromosome number would continue to double and normal development could not occur. 
B)  Half the diploid number with no change in development. 
C)  Triple the diploid number, and with every succeeding generation, the chromosome number would continue to triple and normal development would not occur. 
D)  There is no relationship between gametes and somatic cells.

Question 20

Figure 27.1
Using Figure 27.1, match the following:
-Stem cell.

Accepted Answer

A) A 
B) C 
C) D 
D) E 
E) B 
A) A 
B) C 
C) D 
D) E 
E) B

Exam 27: The Reproductive System

The most important risk for testicular cancer in young males is ________.

All but one of the following statements is true of uterine function.Select the statement that is not true of uterine function.

What is the purpose of the male bulbourethral gland?

During the secretory phase of the menstrual cycle ________.

Select the correct statement about male sexual response.

The primary function of the testes is to produce testosterone.

When it is cold,the scrotum is pulled away from the body.

Select the statement below that is false.

The testis is divided into seminiferous tubules which contain the lobules that produce sperm and the ejaculatory duct that allows the sperm to be ejected from the body.

Match the following: -Human papillomavirus.

The structures that receive the ovulated oocyte,providing a site for fertilization,are called the ________.

Which of the following statements about spermatogenesis is not true?

Figure 27.2 Using Figure 27.2, match the following: -Area of compacted DNA.

Effects of estrogen include ________.

The amount of testosterone and sperm produced by the testes is dependent on the influence of FSH alone.

Which of the following statements about the female reproductive process is not true?

The zona pellucida is formed as the follicle becomes a secondary follicle.

Which of the following is a correct statement about uterine tubes?

If gametes were diploid like somatic cells,how many chromosomes would the zygote contain?

Figure 27.1 Using Figure 27.1, match the following: -Stem cell.

The Human Body: an Orientation

Chemistry Comes Alive

Cells: the Living Units

Tissue: the Living Fabric

The Integumentary System

Bones and Skeletal Tissue

The Skeleton

Joints

Muscles and Muscle Tissue

The Muscular System

Fundamentals of the Nervous System and Nervous Tissue

The Central Nervous System

The Peripheral Nervous System and Reflex Activity

The Autonomic Nervous System

The Special Senses

The Endocrine System

Blood

The Cardiovascular System: the Heart

The Cardiovascular System: Blood Vessels

The Lymphatic System and Lymphoid Organs and Tissues

The Immune System: Innate and Adaptive Body Defenses

The Respiratory System

The Digestive System

Nutrition,metabolism,and Body Temperature Regulation

The Urinary System

Fluid,electrolyte,and Acid-Base Balance

Pregnancy and Human Development

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