Human reproduction and Puberty

Adolescence

Transition from childhood to adulthood.

Puberty

Physical changes occurring between ages 9-14.

Ovary

Organ where eggs mature in females.

Oviduct

Tube where fertilization occurs.

Uterus

Womb where fetus develops.

Vagina

Receives sperm during sexual intercourse.

Testes

Male organ producing sperm.

Scrotum

Keeps testes outside for temperature control.

Sperm Duct

Carries sperm from testes to urethra.

Penis

Delivers sperm into vagina.

Fertilization

Union of sperm and egg cell.

Menstrual Cycle

Monthly cycle of egg release and uterine changes.

Ovulation

Release of an egg from the ovary.

Contraceptive Pill

Hormonal tablet preventing ovulation.

Condoms

Barrier preventing semen entry into vagina.

Embryo

Fertilized egg developing into a baby.

Fetus

Developing baby after 8 weeks gestation.

Gestation

Period of fetal development in the womb.

Placenta

Transfers nutrients from mother to fetus.

Umbilical Cord

Connects fetus to placenta.

Fluid Sac

Protective cushion for the developing baby.

Cilia

Hair-like structures moving the egg in oviduct.