BIOL 2225 Male and Female Reproductive Systems

A comprehensive set of flashcards covering key concepts from the male and female reproductive systems as outlined in the lecture notes.

Bulbourethral gland

Secretes mucus to lubricate sperm and buffers to neutralize acid in the urethra and vagina.

Corpus cavernosum

Tissue that produces an erect penis when blood vessels undergo vasodilation.

Cremaster muscle

Contracts to elevate the testes in cold temperature and relaxes to lower them in warm temperature.

Dartos muscle

Contracts to wrinkle skin of the scrotum in cold temperature for insulation.

Ductus deferens

Transports sperm cells from the epididymis to the ejaculatory duct.

Ejaculatory duct

Transports sperm cells from the ductus deferens to the prostatic urethra.

Epididymis

Transports sperm cells from the rete testis to the ductus deferens.

Prostate gland

Secretes nutrients and buffers for sperm cells, and a clotting factor for semen.

Seminal vesicle/gland

Secretes fibrinogen-like clotting protein and nutrients for sperm.

Nurse cells

Produce ABP and inhibin to regulate sperm cell production in seminiferous tubules.

Testicular artery

Brings oxygen-rich blood into the testes.

Testicular vein

Drains oxygen-poor blood from the testes.

Uterus

Organ that supports fetal development during pregnancy.

Clitoris

Sensitive organ located above the urethral orifice, contributing to sexual arousal.

Labium majus

Larger folds of skin surrounding the vaginal opening.

Ovary

Gland that produces eggs and hormones like estrogen and progesterone.

Fimbriae

Finger-like projections at the end of the uterine tubes that help guide the ovum.

Suspensory ligament

Supports the ovaries and contains blood vessels supplying them.

Lactiferous duct

Duct that carries milk from the lobes of the breast to the nipple.

Follicle

Structure containing an oocyte; types include primary, secondary, and mature follicle.

Cervix

The lower part of the uterus that opens into the vagina.