After ovulation, the follicle develops into the - corpus luteum
If fertilization occurs, the _____________________ enlarges and begins to secrete hormones that
maintain and support pregnancy - corpus luteum
If fertilization does not occur, the corpus luteum secretes these hormones for - approximately 14 days
and then degenerates, which triggers the maturation of another follicle
menstrual cycle phases - 1. follicular phase
2. ovulation
3. luteal phase
4. menstruation
Ovarian cycle - The process of follicular maturation, ovulation, corpus luteum development, and corpus
luteum degeneration
uterine phases - •Follicular/proliferative phase
•Luteal/secretory phase
•Menstruation
Glands of Montgomery - located within the areola and aid in lubrication of the nipple during lactation
Testes produce - gametes and hormones
Epididymis - A long, coiled duct on the outside of the testis in which sperm mature.
, Vas deferens - tube that carries sperm from the epididymis to the urethra
prepuce - foreskin
glans penis - the conical mass of erectile tissue that forms the head of the penis
Seminal vesicles - two small glands that secrete a fluid rich in sugar that nourishes and helps sperm
move
prostate gland - A gland in males that contributes to the seminal fluid.
bulbourethral glands (Cowper's glands) - located on either side of urethra in males; adds alkaline
substance to semen
Spermatogonia - The diploid cells in a testis that can give rise to primary spermatocytes.
Primary spermatocytes - Diploid cells that undergo meiosis I to form two haploid secondary
spermatocytes.
Secondary spermatocytes - Haploid cells resulting from the first meiotic division of spermatogenesis.
Secondary spermatocytes are ready to enter meiosis II.
Spermatids - four haploid cells that are formed when a diploid reproductive cell divides meiotically
Sertoli cells - cells found within the seminiferous tubules that provide metabolic support for the
spermatids
testosterone function - 1. stimulates secondary sex characteristics (muscle development, accessory
glands)
2. maintains libido
3. maintain function of male reproductive tract (penis and muscles for ejaculation)
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