DeRosa - Reproduction System

Function of the Uterus

Embryo implants and develops

Function of Ovaries

Makes eggs, progesterone and estrogen

Function of oviduct

site of fertilization

Function of testicles

makes sperm cells and testosterone

Function of reproductive gland

Make fluid to transport sperm

Function of utuerus lining

embryo development, placenta forms

Function of Umbilical Cord

Transports materials

Function of placenta

Exchange of all materials from mom to baby

Function of amniotic sac

Fluid that protects fetus from shock

What is a zygote?

A fertilized egg.

What is in the placenta?

Blood vessels from both mom and baby

In the placenta does blood mix from both parties?

No

What is spermatogenesis?

The making of sperm cells.

What is binary fission?

Asexual, 1 cells →2 cells

Ovulation occurs when,

An egg is released form the ovary