biology

Chapter 34 Study Guide

1. Be able to label the parts of the male and female reproductive systems and understand the function of each part: 

2. Understand the difference in the formation of the sperm and egg. And understand all the structures involved in each

3. Know the three stages of the menstrual cycle, the hormones secretes in each, and what is going on in the body: 

-Flow phase

-Follicular phase

-Luteal phase

4. Be familiar with how the zygote is formed and where fertilization can occur

5. Understand how the male body ensures protection and nutrients for the sperm.

6. Understand each of the following stages of development: /

• Fertilization

The Endocrine System

Explain the terms gland and hormone:

Describe the function of the following parts of the endocrine system:

• Hypothalmus

• Pituitary gland

• Thyroid Gland 

• Thymus

• Adrenal glands

• Pancreas

• Gonads

What is meant by the term “Releasing Hormone?”

Know the difference between Steroid and Non-steroid hormones.