Reproductive System
Each breast consists of __________.
1 mammary gland
Successful fertilization of the egg normally occurs in the __________.
ampulla of the uterine tube
The __________ ligament anchors the ovary to the uterine wall.
ovarian
The development of the corpus luteum occurs during the __________ cycle.
ovarian
Which of the following ligaments assists in anchoring the uterus in position?
ovarian
When the myoepithelial cells contract, milk is forced from the alveoli to the nipple. Which of the following hormones causes the myoepithelial cells to contract?
oxytocin
Which of the following hormones is involved in the development of the mammary glands and ducts, thus preparing the body for pregnancy?
progesterone
Which of the following accessory glands do sperm cells pass through while traveling through the male's system?
prostate
Which of the following accessory glands provides nutrients for the sperm cells as they travel through the male's reproductive system?
seminal vesicle
Which of the following structures of the testes is/are involved in the production of sperm?
seminiferous tubules
Which of the following is the correct sequence regarding the flow of sperm cells?
seminiferous tubules, epididymis, ductus deferens
During menstruation a portion of the endometrial lining is shed. Which of the following layers of the endometrium is involved in the "shedding" process?
stratum functionalis
Which of the following ligaments anchors the ovary to the pelvic wall?
suspensory
Primary sex organs are the ____ and _____
testes and ovaries
Which of the following hormones are involved in the development of the secondary sex characteristics in males?
testosterone
Which of the following statements is true?
Activation of the sympathetic nerves results in ejaculation.
The penis consists of three parallel erectile tissues. Which of the following occurs as a pair of cylindrical, erectile tissue?
corpus cavernosum
After an egg is ovulated, the remaining follicular mass is called a __________.
corpus luteum
Whenever an egg is ovulated, the body will prepare the endometrial lining for implantation just in case the egg is fertilized. In order to prepare for potential pregnancy, the __________ releases __________.
corpus luteum; progesterone
After an egg is fertilized, it will implant in the __________ for further development.
endometrium
Sperm and eggs are ______
gametes
Which of the following cells or structures of the tests produce testosterone?
interstitial cells
Which of the following hormones are involved in causing the release of testosterone?
luteinizing
The dartos muscle and cremaster muscle contract in an effort to
maintain proper temperature for sperm storage and development.