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Human reproduction

Sexual characteristics, contraception

TermDefinition
Function of the testis Makes sperm by meiosis
Function of epididymis Stores sperm
Function of sperm duct Transports sperm from testis to urethra
Function of seminal vesicle Secretes fluid for sperm to swim in
Function of prostate gland Secretes fluid with fructose to supply energy for sperm to swim
Function of coppers gland Secretes fluid for sperm to swim in
Function of Urethra Transports urine and semen
Function of scrotum Stores testis at lower temperature
Function of penis Delivers semen into the vagina
What the head of sperm contains Acrosome
Function of acrosome in sperm Contains enzymes that digest the egg cell in order to enter
Function of mitochondria in sperm Supplies energy to swim to fallopian tube
Function of sperm tail Allows cell to be motile
How long sperm can survive for 7 days
Function of ovary Produce egg by meiosis
Function of fallopian tube Fertilisation occurs here Transports egg
Function of uterus Baby develops here during pregnancy
Function of cervix Dilates during labour to allow baby’s head through
Function of mucus plug Keeps amniotic fluid around baby
Function of vagina Tube that holds penis during sexual intercourse
Function of Vulva Protects female genital anatomy
Female gamete Egg (ovum)
Features of egg Non motile Larger than sperm
How long eggs can survive for Up to 2 days when released
Where ejaculation occurs Top of the vagina, near cervix
Where ovulation occurs Ovary
Where fertilisation occurs Fallopians tube (oviduct)
Where implantation occurs Endometrium (uterine lining)
Definition of secondary sexual characteristics Features that distinguish male from female other than sex organs
Example of male secondary sexual characteristics Shoulders broaden Penis enlarges Voice deepens
Examples of female secondary sexual characteristics Breasts enlarge Hips widen Increased body fat
Secondary sexual characteristic that occurs in both males and females Growth of pubic hair
Definition of contraception The deliberate prevention of pregnancy by stopping fertilisation
Types of contraception Natural Mechanical Chemical Surgical
Examples of natural contraception methods Abstinence Withdrawal Calendar/menstrual tracking
Examples of mechanical contraception methods Condoms Diaphragm
Examples of chemical contraception methods Contraceptive pill Contraceptive implants Spermicide
Examples of surgical contraception methods Vasectomy Sterilisation (tubes tied) IUD
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