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Overview of Male and Female Reproductive Systems

The document summarizes the key structures and functions of the male and female reproductive systems. It describes that the reproductive system allows for sexual reproduction through the production of gametes and offspring with genetic characteristics from both parents. It then outlines the major external and internal sex organs of the female system including the ovaries, fallopian tubes, uterus, vagina, and others. Similarly, it details the main parts of the male system such as the testes, penis, seminal vesicles, and others. The purpose of the reproductive system is to facilitate reproduction through sexual intercourse and development of offspring.

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Overview of Male and Female Reproductive Systems

The document summarizes the key structures and functions of the male and female reproductive systems. It describes that the reproductive system allows for sexual reproduction through the production of gametes and offspring with genetic characteristics from both parents. It then outlines the major external and internal sex organs of the female system including the ovaries, fallopian tubes, uterus, vagina, and others. Similarly, it details the main parts of the male system such as the testes, penis, seminal vesicles, and others. The purpose of the reproductive system is to facilitate reproduction through sexual intercourse and development of offspring.

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  • Introduction to the Reproductive System: Explains the importance and functions of the reproductive system and its role in the continuation of life.
  • Hormones and Their Role: Discusses the hormones involved in the reproductive system and their specific functions.
  • Female Reproductive System: Describes the anatomy and function of the female reproductive system, including the role of each part.
  • Menstrual Cycle Phases: Details the stages of the menstrual cycle, including hormonal changes and physiological effects.
  • Male Reproductive System: Provides information on the anatomy and function of the male reproductive system and its components.
  • Reproductive System Quiz: Offers a quiz to test knowledge on topics covered in the reproductive system study.

• The reproductive system

is necessary for the


production of new living
organisms. The ability to
reproduce is a basic 
characteristic of life.
• In sexual reproduction,
two individuals
produce offspring that
have genetic
characteristics from
both parents.
• The reproductive system is
comprised of male and
female reproductive organs
and structures. The growth
and activity of these organs
and structures is regulated
by hormones.
• The reproductive system is
closely associated with
other organ systems,
particularly the endocrine
system and the urinary
system.
• STRUCTURES OF THE FEMALE
REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM INCLUDE:
• Labia majora - Larger lip-like external
structures that cover and protect
sexual structures.
• Labia minora - Smaller lip-like
external structures found inside the
labia majora. They provide
protection for the clitoris and for the
urethra and vaginal openings.
• Clitoris - Very sensitive sexual organ
located in front of the vaginal
opening. It contains thousands of
sensory nerve endings and responds
to sexual stimulation.
• Vagina - Fibrous, muscular canal
leading from the cervix (opening of
the uterus) to the external portion of
the genital canal.
• Uterus - Muscular internal
organ that houses and
nurtures female gametes after 
fertilization. Also called the
womb, the uterus is where a
developing fetus resides
during pregnancy.
• Fallopian tubes - Uterine tubes which
transport egg cells from the ovaries to
the uterus. Fertilization typically occurs
in these tubes.
• Ovaries - Female primary reproductive
structures that produce gametes and
sex hormones. There is one ovary on
each side of the uterus.
THE FEMALE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM
THE MALE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM
• consists of sexual organs,
accessory glands, and a series of
duct systems that provide a
pathway for fertile sperm cells to
exit the body. Male reproductive
structures include the penis,
testes, epididymis, seminal
vesicles, and prostate gland.
MALE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM

• Penis - Main organ involved in sexual


intercourse. This organ is composed of
erectile tissue, connective tissue, and skin.
The urethra extends through the length of
the penis, allowing urine and sperm to
pass.
• Testes - Male primary reproductive
structures that produce male gametes
(sperm) and sex hormones.
• Scrotum - External pouch of skin that contains
the testes. Because the scrotum is located
outside of the abdomen, it can reach
temperatures that are lower than that of
internal body structures. Lower temperatures
are necessary for proper sperm development.
• Epididymis - System of ducts that receive
immature sperm from the testes. Its function
is to develop immature sperm and to house
mature sperm.
• Ductus Deferens or Vas Deferens -
Fibrous, muscular tubes that are
continuous with the epididymis and
provide a pathway for sperm to travel
from the epididymis to the urethra
• Ejaculatory Duct - Duct formed from
the union of the ductus deferens and
seminal vesicles. Each ejaculatory
duct empties into the urethra.
• Urethra - Tube that extends from the urinary
bladder through the penis. This canal allows
for the excretion of reproductive fluids
(semen) and urine from the body. Sphincters
prevent urine from entering the urethra
while semen is passing through.
• Seminal Vesicles - Glands that produce fluid
to nurture and provide energy for sperm
cells. Tubes leading from the seminal
vesicles join the ductus deferens to form the
ejaculatory duct.
• Prostate Gland - Gland that produces a
milky, alkaline fluid which increases
sperm motility. The contents of the
prostate empty into the urethra.
• Bulbourethral or Cowper's Glands - Small
glands located at the base of the penis. In
response to sexual stimulation, these
glands secrete an alkaline fluid which
helps to neutralize acidity from urine in
the urethra and acidity in the vagina.
THE MALE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM
REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM QUIZ

Vas deferens are:


A. muscular tube that passes
upward alongside the testes and
transports semen.
B. Sperm storage organ
C. Feces holding area
• What are the testes?
 
A. Producer and storers of
millions of sperm
B. Producer of male sex
hormones
C. Both of the above
These are the major female sex
organs that produce ova or eggs.  
A.Ovary/ovaries
 
B. Testes/testicles

C. Gametes
A sac shaped like an upside down
pear with a thick lining and muscles
in the pelvic area where a fertilized
egg or zygote comes to grow into a
baby.  Also called the womb.
A. Vagina
B. Cervix 
C. Uterus
Also called the birth canal, this is a
muscular passageway from the
cervix to the outside of the
female's body.  
A. Vagina
B. Uterus 
C. Fallopian tube
The male sex cell:

A. Glans

B. Sperm

C. Penis

D. Urethra
A fluid containing sperm:

A. Testosterone
 
B. Bladder

C. Semen

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