Question 1

The tail of the sperm is actually a(n)________.

Accepted Answer

flagellum

Question 2

List the components of the uterus,including the layers of the wall.Briefly explain the function of each.

Accepted Answer

The uterus consists of the cervix or neck,the body,and the oviducts or fallopian tubes.The wall layers are an outer connective tissue,middle myometrium,and inner endometrium.

Question 3

Birth control methods are also referred to as ________.

Accepted Answer

contraception

Question 4

The small paired glands at the base of the penis that produce a lubricating secretion are the

Accepted Answer

A)  seminal vesicles. 
B)  prostate glands. 
C)  preputial glands. 
D)  Bartholin's glands. 
E)  bulbourethral glands. 
A)  seminal vesicles. 
B)  prostate glands. 
C)  preputial glands. 
D)  Bartholin's glands. 
E)  bulbourethral glands.

Question 5

List and discuss three to five different methods of contraception,including at least one barrier method and one hormonal treatment.

Accepted Answer

Barrier methods include diaphragms,cervi

Question 6

The surge in LH that occurs during the middle of the ovarian cycle triggers

Accepted Answer

A)  follicle maturation. 
B)  menstruation. 
C)  ovulation. 
D)  menopause. 
E)  atresia. 
A)  follicle maturation. 
B)  menstruation. 
C)  ovulation. 
D)  menopause. 
E)  atresia.

Question 7

Hemophilia,color blindness,and Duchenne muscular dystrophy occur more often in males than females.Why?

Accepted Answer

A)  These traits are carried only on the X chromosome. 
B)  Since there is no matching gene on the Y chromosome, the traits are expressed more readily in males. 
C)  Testis-determining factor (TDF) causes these diseases. 
D)  These diseases develop due to the lack of estrogen and progesterone. 
E)  These traits are carried only on the X chromosome and since there is no matching gene on the Y chromosome, the traits are expressed more readily in males. 
A)  These traits are carried only on the X chromosome. 
B)  Since there is no matching gene on the Y chromosome, the traits are expressed more readily in males. 
C)  Testis-determining factor (TDF) causes these diseases. 
D)  These diseases develop due to the lack of estrogen and progesterone. 
E)  These traits are carried only on the X chromosome and since there is no matching gene on the Y chromosome, the traits are expressed more readily in males.

Question 8

Sister chromatids

Accepted Answer

A)  are found in cells called primary gametes. 
B)  contain twice the normal amount of DNA. 
C)  occur during ovum formation. 
D)  are found in cells called primary gametes and contain twice the normal amount of DNA. 
E)  are found in cells called primary gametes, contain twice the normal amount of DNA, and occur during ovum formation. 
A)  are found in cells called primary gametes. 
B)  contain twice the normal amount of DNA. 
C)  occur during ovum formation. 
D)  are found in cells called primary gametes and contain twice the normal amount of DNA. 
E)  are found in cells called primary gametes, contain twice the normal amount of DNA, and occur during ovum formation.

Question 9

List the three accessory glands of the male reproductive system and describe their function.

Accepted Answer

The prostate,seminal vesicle,a

Question 10

Sperm cells are produced by the process of ________.

Accepted Answer

spermatoge

Question 11

The ovaries produce eggs also known as ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The ovaries produce eggs also known as...

Question 12

________ is the time spent in prenatal development.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ________ is the time spent in prenatal...

Question 13

During gestation,powerful uterine contractions are suppressed by elevated levels of

Accepted Answer

A)  progesterone. 
B)  estrogen. 
C)  oxytocin. 
D)  prostaglandins. 
E)  All of the answers are correct. 
A)  progesterone. 
B)  estrogen. 
C)  oxytocin. 
D)  prostaglandins. 
E)  All of the answers are correct.

Question 14

Match the cells/tissue with the hormone it secretes.
-human chorionic gonadotropin

Accepted Answer

A) Leydig cells 
B) granulosa cells 
C) corpus luteum 
D) placenta 
A) Leydig cells 
B) granulosa cells 
C) corpus luteum 
D) placenta

Question 15

Hormone replacement therapy is often used to treat symptoms of menopause.Typically,estrogen and progesterone are used rather than GnRH,FSH,and LH.Can you explain why?

Accepted Answer

At menopause,the ovaries are no longer f

Question 16

During meiosis,the chromosome number is halved

Accepted Answer

A)  during the first meiotic division. 
B)  during the second meiotic division. 
C)  prior to the first meiotic division. 
D)  prior to the first mitotic division. 
A)  during the first meiotic division. 
B)  during the second meiotic division. 
C)  prior to the first meiotic division. 
D)  prior to the first mitotic division.

Question 17

Polyspermy in humans results in

Accepted Answer

A)  twins. 
B)  triplets. 
C)  individuals with haploid cells. 
D)  tetraploid adults. 
E)  a nonfunctional zygote. 
A)  twins. 
B)  triplets. 
C)  individuals with haploid cells. 
D)  tetraploid adults. 
E)  a nonfunctional zygote.

Question 18

The fold of skin that covers the tip of the penis is the

Accepted Answer

A)  glans penis. 
B)  prepuce. 
C)  corpus cavernosum. 
D)  corpus spongiosum. 
E)  penile urethra. 
A)  glans penis. 
B)  prepuce. 
C)  corpus cavernosum. 
D)  corpus spongiosum. 
E)  penile urethra.

Question 19

Describe the development of reproductive organs in a fetus of each gender.Which genes,gene products,and hormones are involved in the sex differences? Which sex-related hormones are circulating in high concentrations in a pregnant woman compared to a nonpregnant woman? Do these hormones cross the placenta (if you are uncertain,consider hormone chemical class relative to membrane permeability to make an educated guess)? Assuming these hormones do cross the placenta,how do they affect the hormonal environment inside the fetus,and how does this relate to fetal reproductive development?

Accepted Answer

Each fetus initially has the same bipote

Question 20

Match the bipotential structure with its gender-specific result.
-testis

Accepted Answer

A) urethral folds and groove 
B) gonad cortex 
C) gonad medulla 
D) Wolffian duct 
E) Müllerian duct 
A) urethral folds and groove 
B) gonad cortex 
C) gonad medulla 
D) Wolffian duct 
E) Müllerian duct

Exam 26: Reproduction and Development

The tail of the sperm is actually a(n)________.

List the components of the uterus,including the layers of the wall.Briefly explain the function of each.

Birth control methods are also referred to as ________.

The small paired glands at the base of the penis that produce a lubricating secretion are the

List and discuss three to five different methods of contraception,including at least one barrier method and one hormonal treatment.

The surge in LH that occurs during the middle of the ovarian cycle triggers

Hemophilia,color blindness,and Duchenne muscular dystrophy occur more often in males than females.Why?

Sister chromatids

List the three accessory glands of the male reproductive system and describe their function.

Sperm cells are produced by the process of ________.

The ovaries produce eggs also known as ________.

________ is the time spent in prenatal development.

During gestation,powerful uterine contractions are suppressed by elevated levels of

Match the cells/tissue with the hormone it secretes. -human chorionic gonadotropin

Hormone replacement therapy is often used to treat symptoms of menopause.Typically,estrogen and progesterone are used rather than GnRH,FSH,and LH.Can you explain why?

During meiosis,the chromosome number is halved

Polyspermy in humans results in

The fold of skin that covers the tip of the penis is the

Match the bipotential structure with its gender-specific result. -testis

Introduction to Physiology

Molecular Interactions

Compartmentation: Cells and Tissues

Energy and Cellular Metabolism

Membrane Dynamics

Communication, Integration, and Homeostasis

Introduction to the Endocrine System

Neurons: Cellular and Network Properties

The Central Nervous System

Sensory Physiology

Efferent Division: Autonomic and Somatic Motor Control

Muscles

Integrative Physiology I: Control of Body Movement

Cardiovascular Physiology

Blood Flow and the Control of Blood Pressure

Blood

Mechanics of Breathing

Gas Exchange and Transport

The Kidneys

Integrative Physiology II: Fluid and Electrolyte Balance

The Digestive System

Metabolism and Energy Balance

Endocrine Control of Growth and Metabolism

The Immune System

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