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The Reproductive System Chapter 18

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The process by which a single cell duplicates its genetic material is called   mitosis  
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The replication process(mitosis) gives humans a new body every   10 years  
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The duplicated(mitotic) cells contain   46 chromosomes(groups of genes)  
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A special type of cellular division that produces the sex cells (spermatozoa & ova) is called   meiosis  
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Meiotic cells(spermatozoa & ova) contain   23 chromosomes  
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The primary sex organs of the male reproductive system are the   paired male gonads AKA testes(testicles) (testis-singular)  
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Oxygenated blood is transported to the testes (plural) via the   testicular arteries  
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Deoxygenated blood is transported away from the testes(plural) via the   testicular veins  
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The testes(plural) are responsible for producing   1) Spermatozoa 2) Testosterone  
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Spermatozoa are   male sperm cells  
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The part of a testicle where spermatogenesis occurs is called the   seminiferous tubules  
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Spermatozoa are produced at a rate of about   300 million/day  
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Spermatozoa have three distinct parts called the   1) The head 2) The midpiece 3) The flagellum(tail) (whip)  
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Each head contains   chromosomes  
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Chromosomes contain   genes  
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Genes contain   DNA(DeoxyriboNucleic Acid)  
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Each midpiece contains the   energy (ATP) for locomotion  
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The function of each flagellum(singular)(tail/whip) (flagella-plural) is to   propel a spermatozoon(singular) up the female reproductive tract  
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Developing spermatozoa(plural) are stored in a comma shaped structure adjacent to each testicle called the   epididymis(mature/rippen)  
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An epididymis is a tube(duct) whose length is approximately   20 feet long  
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It takes the spermatozoa approximately   20 days to move through the epididymis tube(duct)  
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The spermatozoa travel from the epididymes(plural) to the urethra via the   Vasa deferentia AKA seminal ducts AKA ductus deferentes (all are plural) vas deferens AKA seminal duct AKA ductus deferens(singular)  
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Surgical removal of a section from both seminal ducts causing sterility(infertility) is called a   bilateral vasectomy  
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A Bilateral vasectomy will not affect the   sex drive(libido) or secondary sexual characteristics  
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Each seminal duct, testicular artery, and testicular vein is surrounded by a protective sheath called the   spermatic cord  
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The vessels responsible for the expulsion of the spermatozoa into the urethra is called the   ejaculatory ducts  
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The liquid portion of the ejaculate is called the   semen AKA seminal fluid  
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The average volume of semen per ejaculation is   2.5-6 mL  
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The number of spermatozoa ejaculated can be in excess of   300 million  
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Only thousands reach the   cervix  
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Only a few hundred reach the   ovum(egg)  
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If the number of spermatozoa falls below 20 million, the male is considered   sterile(infertile)  
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Once ejaculated the spermatozoa can live inside the reproductive tract for approximately   48-72 hours  
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Large numbers of spermatozoa are required to fertilize and ovum(egg-singular) because   the ovum(singular) has a protective membrane that must be broken down by an enzyme secreted from the head of each spermatozoon(singular)  
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The characteristics of seminal fluid(semen) include:   *Milky in color *viscous(thick) *sticky because it contains fructose(energy for the spermatozoa) *alkaline so it can neutralize the acidity of the vaginal secretions & urine  
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Additonal characteristics of seminal fluid(semen) include   contains seminalplasmin/capability of protecting spermatozoa by destroying certain bacteria found in vaginal tract/semen *contains enzymes/activate spermatozoa after ejaculation *contains prostaglandins/promote muscular contractions of female gential tr  
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Semen is produced by the   prostate *seminal vesicles *Bulbourethral glands AKA Cowper glands  
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The prostate is a donut-shaped gland approximately the size and shape of a   chestnut  
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The prostate surrounds the superior portion of the   urethra just inferior to the urinary bladder  
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The seminal vesicles are paired pouch-like structures approximately 2 inches in length located   posterior to and at the base of the urinary bladder in front of the rectum  
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The bulbourethral(cowper) glands are paired glands the size of   peas and are located just inferior to the prostate  
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Testosterone is the   male sex hormone  
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The part of each testicle that produces testosterone is called the   interstital cells of Leydig  
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The functions of testosterone include   develop & maintain male sex organs*descent(just before birth) of the testes from the abdominopelvic cavity into the scrotum*broadening the shoulders & narrowing the hips during puberty*Protein build muscles producing muscular bulk/firmness in the physique  
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Additional functions of testosterone include   Maturation of the spermatozoa*enlargement of the thyroid cartilate(adam's apple)*deepening of the voice*influending aggressive behavior*causing facial-body-public hair to appear*stimulates the sexual drive(libido)  
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An outpouching of loose skin from the pelvic wall which supports & contains the testes is called the   scrotum  
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Internally the scrotum is separated into   two sacs by a septum(wall)  
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Each sac contains a   testis(testicle)  
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The scrotum lies outside of the body because   spermatozoa & testosterone production require a temperature -3F lower than normal body temperature  
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Depending on the temperature, the scrotum has the ability to   contract & relax  
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The urethra in males is the   vessel that carries urine, spermatozoa, & semen to the outside world  
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The length of the male urethra is approximately   8 inches  
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The male urethra is subdivided into three parts   Prostatic urethra which is surrounded by the prostate*membranous urethra which runs from the prostatic urethra to the penis*spongy or cavernous urethra found inside the penis & terminates at the male urethral orifice(meatus, os)  
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The penis is designed to   introduce spermatozoa into the femal reproductive tract  
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The penis consists of the shaft whose distal portion is slightly enlarged called the   glans penis  
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Covering the glans penis is a section of loose skin called the   prepuce(forskin)  
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Internally the penis is composed of   three cylindrical masses of spongy tissue containing blood sinus  
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Sexual stimulation causes the penile arteries to   dilate allowing large quanities of blood to enter the penis  
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Expansion of the blood sinuses compress the   penile veins  
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when the penile arteries dilate and the expansion of the sinuses compress the penile veins this causes an   erection  
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Once sexual stimulation ceases, the penile arteries will   constrict  
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The penile veins drain the blood and   the erection is lost  
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The inability to achieve or maintain an erection is called   impotence AKA Erectile Dysfunction(ED)  
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Impotence(Erectile Dysfunction/ED) can be caused by   Poorly controlled stress*Trauma to the nerves controlling blood flow to the penis*Diabetes Mellitus(DM)*Arteriosclerosis of the arteries that supply blood to the penis*side effects from certain medicaitons such as antihypertensives & antidepressants  
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Viagra, Cialis & Levitra work by   causing vasodilation of the arteries supplying the penis  
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The primary sex organs of the female reproductive system are the   paired female gonads called ovaries  
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The ovaries are the size of   unshelled almonds  
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The ovaries are located in the   superior portion of the pelvic cavity, one on each side of the uterus  
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A structure that attaches an ovary to the uterus is called the   utero-ovarian ligament  
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The ovaries are responsible for   1. Oogenesis(creation of ova) 2. Production of the female sex hormones estrogen & progesterone  
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Immature ova are called   oocytes(egg cells)  
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Developing ova are referred to as   follicles(developing oocyte)  
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The pituitary gland produces a homone responsible for maturation of a follicle called   FSH (Follicle Stimulation Hormone) and is released approximately every 28 days  
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The pituitary gland produces a hormone that stimulation ovulation called   LH (Luteinizing Hormone)  
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Expulsion of an ovum from the ovary is called   ovulation  
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The average female can ovulate approximatley   450 times in a lifetime  
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Usually the ovaries   alternate ovulations  
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If the ovaries ovulate at the same time and the two ova are fertilized, the result will be   fraternal(dizygotic) twins  
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If a fertilized ovum splits it's genetic material(DNA) into two separate ova the result will be   identical(monozygotic) twins  
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The stuctures that transports ova from the ovaries to the uterus are called the   fallopian tubes AKA uterine tubes AKA oviducts  
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The finger-like projections of the fallopian tubes that catch the expelled ovum are called the   fimbriae  
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An ovum will be moved into and through an oviduct by   1. A waving action of the fimbriae 2. Ciliary action 3. Peristalsis  
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Estrogen released during puberty causes the development of secondary female sexual characteristics such as   1.Menstruation(menses) 2.Breast development 3.Pubic, body, & axillary hair 4.Pelvic bones widen 5.Fat deposits(adipose tissue) in the skin causes a "soft look"  
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Union of a sperm with an ovum is called   fertilization(conception)  
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Development of a fertilized ovum is called   gestation or pregnancy  
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The uterus is AKA   the womb  
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The uterus is located in the pelvic cavity between the   urinary bladder & the rectum  
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The uterus is the shape of an   inverted pear  
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The uterus should be angled forward in an   anteflexion position  
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The uterus is where the fertilized ovum will   1.Implant 2.Develop into a zygote, embryo & fetus 3.Be expelled during labor  
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The superior portion of the uterus is called the   fundus  
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The middle portion of the uterus is called the   corpus(body)  
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The inferior portion(neck) of the uterus is called the   cervix  
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The interior of the corpus(body) of the uterus is called the   uterine cavity  
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The interior of the cervix is called the   cervical canal  
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The opening of the cervix into the vagina is called the   external os  
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The outermost layer of the uterus is called the   perimetrium(uterine serosa)  
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The midde(muscle) layer of the uterus is called the   myometrium  
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The innermost layer of the uterus is called the   endometrium  
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The region between the uterus and rectum(recto-uterine pouch) is called the   Douglas'cul-de-sac  
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The cyclic sloughing(shedding) of the endometrium is called   menstruation(menses)  
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The normal menstrual cycle varies from woman to woman within a range of   24-35 days  
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Phases of the menstrual cycle are   1. Menstrual phase -- days 1-5 2. Pre-ovulatory phase -- days 6-13 3. Ovulatory phase -- day 14 4. Post-ovulatory phase -- days 15-28  
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The menstrual phase involves   sloughing(shedding) of the endometrium  
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The pre-ovulatory phase involves   regeneration of the endometrium in preparation for implantation  
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The ovulatory phase involves   expulsion of an ovum from an ovary  
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The post-ovulatory phase involves   1.Endometrial hypertrophy in preparation to receive the fertilized ovum 2.Endometrial atrophy in preparation for the menstrual phase  
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The hormones responsible for the development of the endometrium are   estrogen & progesterone  
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Most birth control pills(BCPs) are varying dosages of   estrogen & progesterone  
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The tissue that will form a connection between the maternal and fetal blood supplies is called the   placenta  
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A hormone produced by the placenta that will support the developing pregnancy is called   HCG (Human Chorionic Gonadotropin)  
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HCG (Human Chorionic Gonadotropin) can be detected with an   Early Pregnancy Test(EPT)  
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EPTs (Early Pregnancy Test) can be performed on a woman's   urine or serum  
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The placenta also secretes increasing levels of estrogen and progesterone to support the pregnancy and cause   1.Breast(mammary tissue) development 2.Milk production (lactogenesis)  
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The vagina is a tubular structure which is lined with   mucous membranes  
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The functions of the vagina include   1.Passageway for menstruation(menses) 2.Receptacle for the penis, semen, and sperm during intercourse(coitus, copulation) 3.Inferior portion of the birth canal  
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The connection between the vagina and the cervix is called the   fornix  
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The external female genitalia is called the   vulva or pudendum  
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The mound of elevated adipose(fat) tissue that becomes covered with pubic hair is called the   mons pubis or veneris  
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The lips of the vaginal orifice(os) are called the   labia majora(outer lips) & labia minora(inner lips)  
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A small cylindrical mass of erectile tissue with nerves found at the anterior junction of the labia minora is called the   clitoris  
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The region within the labia majora and labia minora is called the   vestibule  
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Within the vestibule is a thin fold of tissue that partially closes the distal end of the vagina called the   hymen  
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On either side of the urethral meatus are mucus secreting (lubrication) glands called the   lesser vestibular glands AKA Skene's glands  
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One both sides of the vaginal os are two mucus secreting (lubrication) glands called the   greater vestibular glands AKA Bartholin's glands  
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The region between the vaginal os and the anus is usually referred to as the   perineum  
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The perineum is also used to refer to the   external urogenital and anal region of both males and females  
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Anterior to the pectoralis major and minor muscles of the thorax (chest) are modified sudoriferous(sweat) glands called   mammary glands  
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Each mammary gland consists of   15-20 lobes(sections)  
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In each lobe are smaller compartments called   lobules  
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The size and shape of the breasts is determined by the location and amount of   adipose(fat) tissue deposited  
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Milk production(lactogenic) cells located in the lobules are called   aveoli  
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The milk is stored in the   ampullae AKA lactiferous sinuses  
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The milk travels from the alveoli to the lactiferous sinuses through the   lactiferous ducts  
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A nipple is AKA   mammary papilla  
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The dark pigmented region surrounding each nipple(papilla) is called the   areola  
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The process of secreting and ejecting milk is called   lactation  
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The hormone secreted by the pituitary gland that stimulates the production of milk(lactogenesis) is called   prolactin  
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ART is   Assisted Reproductive Technologies  
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IVF is   In Vitro Fertilization  
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fertility drugs   medications designed to stimulate the ovaries to ovulate  
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