male reproductive system

Gametogenesis

The process by which sex cells are formed in the reproductive organs in animals

Spermatogenesis

This is gametogenesis in the male reproductive organ and it is the process by which the male reproductive organ produces sperm cells (spermatozoon)

Oogenesis

This is gametogenesis in the female reproductive organ where ova (ovum) or eggs are produced

Monoecy

A monoecious organism has both male and female reproductive organs on the same individual.

Dioecy

A dioecious organism has male and female reproductive organs on separate individuals.

Protandry

Protandry is when an individual first becomes male, and later changes to female.

Protogyny

Protogyny is when an individual first becomes female, and later changes to male.