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Reproductive systems

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Which of the following is a correct sequence regarding the flow of semen or semen-to-be? Vas deferens, ejaculatory duct, urethra
Which hormone is characterized by the following: androgen, steroid, and interstitial cells? Testosterone
Which hormone stimulates the secretion of testosterone? LH or ICSH
Which piece of skin, also called the foreskin, is removed during circumcision? Prepuce
Which of the following is the skin-covered muscular region located between the vaginal orifice and anus? Perineum
Which structure is the major producer of testosterone in the male? Testes
Which of the following is true of the vas deferens, ejaculatory duct, and urethra? Carry sperm.
The prostate: surrounds the upper portion of the urethra and contributes to the formation of semen.
Identify the glands that secrete these hormones: estrogen, testosterone, oxytocin, and prolactin. Ovary, testis, neurohypophysis, anterior pituitary gland
Human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) maintains the corpus luteum.
The proliferative phase of the uterine cycle: immediately precedes the uterine secretory phase.
An elevation of plasma levels of estrogen and progesterone: prevents the release of FSH and LH.
In the nonpregnant state, hormonal secretion of the corpus luteum gradually declines.
Which structure contains 23 chromosomes? A sperm
Which structure surrounds the upper portion of the urethra and contributes to the formation of semen? Prostate gland
Which of the following are exocrine glands found in the male reproductive tract? Bulbourethral glands, prostate gland, seminal vesicles
Which group is correct? fundus, body, cervix
The luteal phase of the ovarian cycle: is responsible for the uterine secretory phase.
Exercise improves physical, mental, and emotional well-being as well as improving: irregular menstrual periods and erectile dysfunction.
The seminiferous tubules: are tightly coiled structures that produce sperm.
The labia majora, labia minora, clitoris, and vestibular glands All are correct.
Enlargement of the prostate may impede urination because: the prostate surrounds and compresses the urethra.
Which of the following can be detected by a rectal exam? An enlarged prostate gland
The secretory phase of the uterine cycle: is the endometrial response to progesterone.
Implantation of the trophoblast occurs within which organ? Uterus
Which of the following is true of the fimbriae of the fallopian tubes? They sweep the ovum into fallopian tubes at ovulation.
Estrogen and progesterone are: secreted by the ovaries.
What is the target of FSH and LH? Ovaries
What is the midcycle event stimulated by a surge of LH? Ovulation
Which hormone promotes the maturation of the egg and helps develop the female characteristics? Estrogen
Which structure is the primary secretor of estrogen and progesterone? Ovaries
Which hormone is also called interstitial cell–stimulating hormone and stimulates the interstitial cells to secrete testosterone? Luteinizing hormone
Where are sperm produced? Seminiferous tubules
Which of the following is referred to as external genitals? Vulva
Which of the following are secreted by the adenohypophysis? FSH, LH, interstitial cell–stimulating hormone
The zygote: is the fertilized ovum.
Which group is incorrect? External genitals: penis, scrotum, labia, mons pubis, cervix
Which of the following always occurs during an erection? Engorgement of the erectile tissue of the penis with blood
If implantation occurs within the fallopian tube, the pregnancy is described as: ectopic.
The acrosome: contains enzymes that assist the sperm to fertilize an ovum.
What is the consequence of severing the vas deferens? Induces sterility.
Which of the following explains why the pregnant woman does not menstruate? All are correct.
Which structure carries both urine and semen? Urethra
The proliferative phase of the uterine cycle: refers to the estrogen-induced thickening of the endometrium.
What is the androgen that is necessary for sperm formation and for the development of the male secondary sex characteristics? : Testosterone
If implantation occurs within the fallopian tube, the: pregnancy is described as ectopic.
What is the coiled structure that sits on top of the testes and is the place where sperm mature? Epididymis
Which group is incorrect? Phases of the ovarian cycle: proliferative phase, luteal phase
To which organ do these terms refer: womb, hysterectomy, and hystera? Uterus
Semen: means seed.
What is detected by a Pap smear? Cancer of the cervix
Which of the following is most likely to cause sterility in the female? Repeated bouts of gonorrhea
Which term refers to the penis and scrotum? External genitals
On what organ is the corpus luteum found? Ovary
Which of the following refers to “middle” pain ovulation? Mittelschmerz
Which of the following is not located in or on the ovary? Fertilized ovum
Menstruation occurs in response to: diminished plasma levels of estrogen and progesterone.
The scrotum: is a sac located between the thighs and holds the testicles.
Which of the following characterizes the Graafian follicle? Is the mature follicle.
In the absence of human chorionic gonadotropin, the corpus luteum deteriorates into the corpus albicans.
What is the primary secretion of the corpus luteum? Progesterone
Which of the following is true of the interstitial cells? Secrete testosterone.
The broad ligament supports the: uterus.
What is the male copulatory organ called? Penis
The cervix, fundus, and body: are parts of the uterus.
Sixty percent of the volume of semen comes from these glands. Seminal vesicles
Trophoblastic cells: assist with implantation.
Which of the following consists of a midpiece, head, and flagellum? Sperm
Which of the following is true of the ovaries and the testes? Called gonads.
Which structure secretes the gonadotropins? Anterior pituitary gland
Which of the following is true of implantation? Is a uterine event achieved by the blastocyst.
Which of the following is a “guy thing”? Emission
The fundus forms the upper part of which structure? Uterus
Which term refers to the movement of sperm and glandular secretions from the testes and genital ducts into the urethra? Emission
The placenta forms in which organ? Uterus
The oviduct or fallopian tube: is the site of fertilization.
The myometrium is responsive to oxytocin.
Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH): stimulates the female and male gonads.
The corpus luteum: secretes large amounts of progesterone.
The endometrium: is the uterine lining that is most responsive to the hormonal effects of estrogen and progesterone.
Which of the following structures is characterized by the words infundibulum, fimbriae,and fallopian tubes? Oviducts
The cervix is part of which organ? Uterus
Which of the following is true of the ova and sperm? Called gametes.
Which of the following is least true of or least associated with the placenta? Nourishes the zygote as it matures into the morula
What is in the “pill” that makes it contraceptive? Estrogen and progesterone
Which of the following is the stimulus for the secretion of FSH and LH in the female? Low plasma levels of estrogen and progesterone
Which group is incorrect? Genital ducts: epididymis, ejaculatory ducts, vas deferens, prostate gland
What state is caused by the filling of erectile tissue with blood? Erection
Which cells secrete testosterone? Interstitial cells
What is the uterine lining called that is most responsive to the hormonal effects of estrogen and progesterone? Endometrium
The myometrium and the endometrium are layers of which structure? Uterus
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