Assignment 25

Which is the resulting event if fertilization does not occur?

The corpus albicans is formed.

During the follicular phase of the ovarian cycle:

developing follicles secrete estradiol.

Which ovarian structure remains in a state of suspended development until the individual reaches puberty?

primary oocyte

During the luteal phase of the ovarian cycle, __________.

progesterone secretion by the corpus luteum stimulates endometrial growth and secretion

The bulbo-urethral glands:

secrete a thick, alkaline mucus that helps neutralize any urinary acids.

Within which structure does sperm production occur?

seminiferous tubule

Which is true regarding menses?

It marks the beginning of the uterine cycle

Within spaces between the seminiferous tubules, the interstitial endocrine cells __________.

are responsible for the production of androgens

Which male accessory organ functions as the site of sperm maturation?

epididymis

Which function is a peripheral effect of testosterone?

maintenance of accessory glands and organs of the male reproductive system

Which stage of spermatogenesis yields four immature (undifferentiated) haploid cells?

meiosis II

Which uterine structure provides much of the force needed to move a fetus out of the uterus and into the vagina?

myometrium

Regarding the proliferative phase of the uterine cycle:

the uterine glands are manufacturing a glycogen-rich mucus that can be metabolized by an early embryo.