Reproductive Systems Overview

Flashcards summarizing the key components of the male and female reproductive systems.

Testes

Produce sperm cells and testosterone.

Scrotum

Protects testes and regulates temperature.

Epididymis

Stores and matures sperm.

Vas deferens

Transports sperm to urethra.

Seminal vesicles

Produce nutrient-rich fluid for sperm.

Prostate gland

Adds fluid to help sperm move.

Bulbourethral glands

Secrete lubricating, neutralizing fluid.

Urethra

Carries semen and urine out.

Penis

Delivers sperm.

Ovaries

Produce eggs and hormones.

Fallopian tubes

Transport egg; fertilization site.

Fimbriae

Sweep egg into tube.

Uterus

Houses developing fetus.

Endometrium

Uterine lining for pregnancy.

Cervix

Connects uterus and vagina.

Vagina

Receives sperm and is the birth canal.

Vulva

External protection.

Labia

Protect vaginal opening.

Clitoris

Sensitive organ for arousal.