Higher Human Biology 2.1 - Gamete Production and fertilisation
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Corpus Luteum
Formed from a follicle after ovulation; produces progesterone
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Follicle
Surrounds and protects developing ovum and secretes oestrogen
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Gametes
Sex cells containing haploid chromosome number
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Interstitial Cells
Cells in testes found between seminiferous tubules; produce testosterone
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Oestrogen
Hormone produced by the ovary that helps the repair and thickening of the endometrium after menstruation
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Ovaries
Female sex organs in which ova are produced
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Oviduct
Fine tube connecting an ovary to the uterus; location of fertilisation
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Progesterone
Hormone produced by corpus luteum that helps thicken and vascularise the endometrium
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Prostate Gland
Produces fluid that makes up part of the semen
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Seminal Vesicles
Glands producing fluid that makes up part of the semen
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Seminiferous Tubules
Narrow tubes in testes in which sperm cells are produced
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Testes
Male sex organs responsible for production of sperm
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Testosterone
Hormone produced by interstitial cells
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Zygote
Fertilised egg cell; product of fertilisation
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