The Reproductive System The female and male reproductive systems share many similarities and many differences. . Each system has different parts‚ problems and care. Each system has different purposes‚ the male reproductive system’s function is to produce sperm‚ while the female reproductive system’s function is to produce ova‚ store ova and house a fertilized egg. The effects of various hormones modulate both. Some of these include gonadotropin-releasing hormone‚ follicle-stimulating hormone‚
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REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM Reproductive System A system of sex organs within an organism which work together for the purpose of sexual reproduction. Many nonliving substances such as fluids‚ hormones‚ and pheromones are also important accessories to there productive system. Sexual reproduction produces new individuals - Gametes (sperm & egg) formed by testes and ovaries - Fertilization produces one cell (a zygote)with one set of chromosomes from each parent - Creates genetic variation . Gonads produce
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FSH-Follicle-stimulating hormone LH-Luteinzing hormone Posterior Pituitary (neurohypophysis) ADH-Antidiuretic hormone Oxytocin Structures of Male & Female Reproductive Organs Males: Vas Deferens Urethra Penis Glans Penis Prepuce (foreskin) Seminal Vesicle Ejaculatory duct Prostate Gland Bulbourethral Gland Epididymis Testis Scrotum Female: Ovary Uterus Endometrium Myometrium Perimetrium (epimetrium) Cervix Vagina Fallopian Tube Production of Sperm 1. Testes 2. Epididymis
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II-Berners Reproductive System I. Introduction “This is an example of the reproductive system being fine tuned. We know a lot about the gross regulation of the reproductive system‚ but fine tuning hasn`t been well understood at all.” - mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeg gggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggg gggggggApocrypha It is a decree among schools and universities to study and learn the foundations of the reproductive system
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The Endocrine System System Although we rarely think about them‚ the glands of the endocrine system and the hormones they release influence almost every cell‚ organ‚ and function of our bodies. The endocrine system is instrumental in regulating mood‚ growth and development‚ tissue function‚ and metabolism‚ as well as sexual function and reproductive processes. In general‚ the endocrine system is in charge of body processes that happen slowly‚ such as cell growth. Faster processes like breathing
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Male Reproductive System There are three major purposes of the male reproductive system: production of spermatozoa‚ secretion of sex hormones and to transport spermatozoa from male to the female. The organs in this system are mainly external and consist of a penis and the scrotum‚ which contains and protects testes. Because the testes require lower temperature than the rest of the body‚ the scrotum regulates temperature for normal spermatozoa development. When the testes need to cool down‚ the cremaster
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Chapter 16 outline * The Reproductive system The gonads or primary sex organs: testes in men‚ and ovaries in women. a. Produce sex cells or gametes‚ and secrete sex hormones Male and female reproductive systems are different. Sex hormones play vital roles both in the development and function of the reproductive organs. Anatomy of the male reproductive system A. Testes Plum-sized and approx. 4cm long and 2.5cm wide Fibrous connective tissue capsules‚ te tunica albuginea surrounds
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Equine Reproductive System Tim Heckart In exploring the reproductive system of the horse we must first understand that this system is made up of physical structures and hormonal or chemical secretions‚ actions‚ and reactions. While the physical structures are readily identifiable‚ the hormonal systems are a bit more obscure. Some of these hormonal actions and reactions are still not fully understood today. We begin with the delivery of a Filly. At this stage in her life she already has all
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developing at their age. These hormones that contribute to sexual emotions are estrogen or testosterone and are produced in their corresponding reproductive organ‚ such as the ovaries or testes. Then I would go into depth about each reproductive
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Essay Reproductive system The reproductive system is a system of organs within an organism which work together for the purpose of reproduction. Hormones and pheromones are also important accessories to the reproductive system. The major organ of the reproductive system includes penis and vulva as well as a number of internal organs including the testicles and ovaries. Most other vertebrate animals have generally similar reproductive systems consisting of gonads‚ ducts‚ and openings. Human reproduction
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