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human reproduction
lc biology
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| what is the function of the testis in the male reproductive system? | produces sperm and testosterone |
| what is the function of the sminal vesicles, cowper's gland and prostate gland? | produces seminal fluid. |
| what is the fuction of the ovaries and the fallopian tubes in the female reproductive system | the ovary produces the egg(ova) whilst the fallopian tube is the site of fertilisation. |
| what happens on day 6-14 in the menstrual cycle? | the hormone oestrogen is produced by the graafian follicle: it causes the endometrium to build up again and prevents anymore eggs being produced. |
| whats the hormone that causes further contractions of the uterus in birth? | oxytocin |
| milk production is triggered by what hormone? | prolactin. |
| what are the benefits of breast feeding? | -colostrum and breastmilk provide antibodies to protect the baby against infection -ideal balance of nutrients and contains little fat. |
| name a chemical and mechanical type of contaception? | chemical: the contraceptive "pill" mechanical: the use of condoms |
| name one male infertility disorder and its causes and treatment | low sperm count. caused by drugs alcohol and stress. treament invloves change in diet reduction of stress |
| name an infertility disorder in females and its causes and treatment? | blockage of fallopian tubes. caused by the lining of the uterus spreading to fallopian tube or inflammation. treatment invloves I.V.F |
| what is IVF? | it involves removing eggs from an ovary and fertilising them outside the body before placing them into the females uterus. |
| what is the role of meiosis in sperm and eggs production? | sperm and egg producing cells are diploid (46 chromosomes) they divide by meiosis to form sperm and egg cells each one has 23 chromosomes each. |