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| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the function of the male TESTES | Organ where sperm cells are made and mature, creates male hormones - primarily testoserone |
| What is the function of the male EPIDIDYMIS | Where sperm mature and are stored, transports sperm from testes to the vas deferens |
| What is the function of the male VAS DEFERENS | Transports mature sperm and seminal fluids from the epididymis to the urethra |
| What is the function of the male URETHRA | Tube leading from neck of the bladder to the outside of the body (penis) in males. Carries urine or semen (sperm+seminal fluids) |
| What is the function of the male PROSTATE | Donut shaped gland that surrounds the top of the urethra, produces fluids that nourishes + protects semen |
| What is the function of the male PENIS | Contains erectile tissue that can fill with blood to allow insertion into the female vagina. Carries either urine or semen, but not at the same time |
| What is the function of the male SCROTUM | Sac of loose skin that holds testes, below the body for maintaining optimal temperature for healthy sperm production |
| What is the function of the male SEMINAL VESICLES | Adds fluids and nutrients/sugars that provide energy and liquid for sperm to swim in |
| What is the function of the female CERVIX | Very small opening to the uterus, widens under contractions for birth. Strong, muscular ring to enclose growing baby |
| What is the function of the female OVARY | Produces ora (eggs), usually one per cycle at ovulation. Attached via a ligament to the uterus |
| What is the function of the female FALLOPIAN TUBE | Receives ovulated egg, is the site of fertilisation (egg meets sperm in the fallopian tube) |
| What is the function of the female ENDOMETRIUM | Rich lining of tissue and good blood supply to accept fertilised egg approx. 7 days after fertilisation where it will implant and begin growing |
| What is the function of the female UTERUS | Thick muscular wall, able to grow to hold developing baby. Placenta forms on the inside wall of the uterus. Contracts to push baby out through the cervix |
| What is the function of the female VAGINA | Tough, lined tube to receive penis + semen links uterus to vulva, (birth canal). |
| Define GAMETE and identify the names of female and male gametes | Gametes are specialised cells used in sexual reproduction. The male produces spermatozoa (sperm). The female produces ova (ovum, egg). |
| Outline the stages of the menstrual cycle and link its significance to fertilisation | TO BE WRITTEN |