Exam 35: B: Female Reproductive System

Match each of the following terms with its corresponding statement or definition. -hormone that causes sloughing of the endometrium when its secretion declines,which results in menstruation

Match each of the terms with its corresponding definition. -innermost lining of the uterus

The greater vestibular glands are also called _____ glands.

Explain the importance of lactation.

The hormone that causes the follicle to rupture and the egg to be expelled is:

Match each of the following terms with its corresponding statement or definition. -the small opening of the urethra,located between the clitoris and the vaginal orifice

The uterus is suspended between two folds of parietal peritoneum that form a partition across the pelvic cavity.These ligaments are _____ ligaments.

Which of the following is not true of the ovaries?

Describe the endometrial or menstrual cycle.Name and describe the phases in this cycle.

Match each of the terms with its corresponding definition. -accessory organ of reproduction in the female; hollow,muscular organ in which a fertilized egg implants and grows

Which of the following functions is not usually associated with the uterus?

The female reproductive system differs from the male reproductive system in that it:

The funnel-shaped,open-ended portion of the oviduct is called the:

The process of egg formation is called:

The postmenstrual phase of the menstrual cycle is also called:

The final stage in the process of ovarian follicle development is the:

Match each of the terms with its corresponding definition. -female sex hormone secreted by the ovaries; highest levels in the postmenstrual phase of the reproductive cycle

Match each of the terms with its corresponding definition. -monthly shedding of the outer layers of the endometrium

Which of the following structures is not involved with the development of the ova in the ovary?

During a 28-day menstrual cycle,ovulation would be most likely to occur on day _____ of the cycle.