U3 Quiz Study Guide
Testicle
A male genital gland that contains specialized cells that produce hormones and sperm.
What is the average length of a full term baby?
19.9 in
About how long does it take the zygote to get to the uterus?
4-5 days
Entrance to the uterus.
Cervix
A teratogen is a substance known to potentially cause a birth defect or cause a prenancy to end.
True
Vagina
birth canal
Stimulates pituitary gland, called the "master" gland.
hypothalamus
Stillbirth
Birth of a dead, full term baby
The name given to the cells after implantation.
Embryo
Passageway for egg to travel for fertilization.
Fallopian Tube
Alcohol is the only substance known to pass through the placenta and harm a fetus.
False
Ovulation is the release of estrogen into the female body.
False
Sexually transmitted diseases, such as HIV, cannot be transmitted to the fetus.
False
Thalidomide is a prescription drug used for morning sickness, and it has little effect on a fetus.
False
The Prenatal Environment protects the fetus from all outside elements.
False
Tobacco use by a mother during pregnancy will not have an effect on the fetus.
False
Joining of the sperm and egg cell. also called conception.
Fertilization
The term used to describe the developing baby from the end of the second month until birth.
Fetus
What are the first two things to start forming in an embryo?
Heart & Brain
Infertile
Inability to have children
Another name for contractions.
Labor
Contraception
Methods to prevent pregnancy
Controls the temperature of the testicles.
Scrotum
Miscarriage
The expulsion of a fetus from the uterus before it is full term
Damages nerves and kidneys are some complications from having diabetes?
True
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome is preventable.
True
Fetal alcohol syndrome is the leading cause of mental retardation in the U.S.
True
Hypothyroidism, Addison's Disease, Diabetes are common problems with the Endocrine System.
True
Mercury, radiation, lead and carbon monoxide can endanger prenatal development.
True
Potentially harmful substances can pass through the placenta and effect the fetus.
True
Proper prenatal care can greatly reduce the risk of hazards to the fetus.
True
The placenta is a temporary organ that transports oxygen from the mother to the fetus.
True
What kind of diabetes is inherited?
Type 1
Fatigue and increased urination may be a sign of __________.
Type 2 Diabetes
If you exercise and eat a healthy diet, you may be able to avoid ________.
Type 2 Diabetes
Connects the developing baby to the mother.
Umbilical Cord
Where implantation occurs of the fertilized egg.
Uterus
Also known as the "birth canal".
Vagina
Located on kidneys. Responsible for fight or flight complex.
adrenal gland
Penis
male sex organ
Regulates overall metabolism.
thyroid gland
The term that describes the dividing cell into multiple cells before implantation.
Blastocyst
Toxemia
High blood pressure in the mother
Releases egg cell.
Ovaries
Releases testosterone into the body.
Testes
Ectopic Pregnancy
Blastocyst implants in fallopian tubes
Releases estrogen in the female body.
Ovaries
The tissue that holds the embryo to the uterine wall.
Placenta
The _______ is the term used to describe the cell after the sperm and egg have united.
Zygote
These glands help the sperm survive outside the body.
cowper's gland, prostate gland, seminal vesicle
Controls calcium level in bloodstream.
parathyroid gland
Regulates growth of skeletal system. Controls the ovaries and testes release of hormones.
pituitary gland
