Exam 23: The Reproductive Systems

Match each term with its corresponding description or definition. -a decrease in sperm production

The stem cells for spermatogenesis are the primary spermatocytes.

The primary function of the male and female reproductive systems is transferring genes to the next generation of offspring.

Which is not a cause of swelling of the scrotum?

Uterine myoma is another term for uterine cancer.

The penis is the essential organ of the male reproductive system.

The function of follicle-stimulating hormone is to stimulate the growth of immature ovarian follicles.

The reproductive cells are called

The function of the reproductive system is very different from any other system because it does not deal with the survival of the individual.

Explain why it is necessary that gametes have only 23 chromosomes rather than the normal 46.

The first menses is called menarche.

A mature ovum in its sac is sometimes called a(n)

Which of the following is not true of the vagina?

There are more primary follicles than there are ovarian follicles.

Match each term with its corresponding description or definition. -the complete inability to reproduce

The labia minora is the part of the female external genitalia that is composed of erectile tissue.

Name and explain the two types of ovarian cysts.

The narrow,lower part of the uterus is called the

The sperm cell is one of the largest and most specialized cells in the male body.

The seminal vesicles produce a yellowish fluid that contains fructose and makes up about 30% of the seminal fluid.