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SCIENCE
Quarter 3-Learner’s Activity Sheet Week 2
Endocrine and Reproductive System

DISTRICT 4
Baybay National High School
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 SCIENCE 10
Quarter 3: Learner’s Activity Sheet Week 2
Name: ___________________________________________ Date: ________
Section: __________________________________________ Score: _______
I. TOPIC: Endocrine and Reproductive System
II. MELC: Explain the role of hormones involved in the female and male reproductive system.
(S10LT-llle-36)
III. WHAT I NEED TO KNOW
Several processes in the body are coordinated by hormones which regulate and balance the
working of organs, tissues and cells. The endocrine system influences how your heart beats, how your
bones and tissues develop, and even your capacity to have a baby. It plays an essential role in the
occurrence of disorders such as diabetes, thyroid disease, growth disorders, and/or sexual
dysfunction.
Both men and women produce hormones in the same areas with one exception, the
reproductive glands. Additional male hormones are produced in the testes while female hormones are
produced in the ovaries.
In this week’s lesson, you are expected to:
1. Identify and describe the parts and functions of the endocrine and reproductive system.
2. Explain the role of hormones involved in the female and male reproductive system.

Lesson 1. Parts and Functions of the Endocrine System

Endocrine System – is a network of

glands that produce and release hormones

that help control many important body
functions. There are two types of gland
namely;
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 a. Endocrine gland – secretes hormones into the
bloodstream exerting their actions on tissues
remote from the site of action.

b. Exocrine gland – secretes substances through a

duct opening in a gland onto an external or internal
body surface like the salivary and sweat glands
which act on local tissues near the duct openings.

How does your endocrine system function?

Endocrine glands secrete chemicals known as hormones into the bloodstream, which
carries them throughout the body. When a hormone in the blood reaches the target organ, it
produces a notable effect. The endocrine system sends signals all over the body, much like the
nervous system, but unlike the instant responses activated by the nervous system, the effects
can take a few hours or even weeks.
Figure 1. The major endocrine organs in
the body.

Endocrine Glands and Their Hormones

The endocrine system contains a group of glands that release hormones into the body. The
following table lists all the major glands in the body, with their functions, locations, and the hormones they
release.

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 IV. ACTIVITIES

Activity 1 Picture Analysis

Direction: Identify and label the parts of the
Endocrine System using the organs inside the
box then answer the guide questions below.

Pick me!!!

Testis
Ovary
Pituitary gland
Pineal gland
Thymus gland
Thyroid gland
Parathyroid gland
Pancreas
Adrenal gland
4 Hypothalamus
 GUIDE QUESTIONS:
1. What endocrine glands are common to
both male and female? ____________
2. What gland of the endocrine system
that can only be found in female?
________
3. What gland of the endocrine system
that can only be found in male?

Activity 2 Who’s in Control?

Directions: Study each picture that depicts the involvement of a particular gland in the
endocrine system. Write down the name of the endocrine gland and explain
its effect, according to its function.
Exampl
e

1. 2. 3.

A pregnant
woman A boy running away from A kid growing
danger taller
Gland: Gland: Gland:
Explain: Explain: Explain:

4. 5.

A sick person in A girl eating

bed sweets
Gland: Gland:
Explain: Explain:

Guide Questions:

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 1. How will you differentiate thyroid and parathyroid glands in terms of
location and function?
____________________________________________________

2. If a person’s blood sugar level becomes unstable, what glands might be

involved in the problem? _________________________________________________

Lesson 2. Reproductive System

Reproduction is the
process by which organisms
make more organisms like
themselves. Sexual reproduction
involves the reproductive
system. Male and female
reproductive system differs in
many areas although they also
share a number of similarities. In
this lesson, we will be exploring
the parts of the human
reproductive system and their
functions.

Part Function
Testis Produces sperm cells
Scrotum Sac of skin that holds the testis
Penis Deposits sperms into the vagina during mating
Vas deferens (tube) Carries sperm from testes to urethra
Urethra Carries sperm and urine out of the body
Glands Provide liquid in which sperm can swim
a. seminal vesicle - Secretes a fluid that makes up most of the components of
b. prostate gland the semen
- Secretes a slightly alkaline milky fluid that is discharged as
c. bulbourethral part of the semen
gland - Secretes a thick and clear mucus that lubricates and
neutralizes the any trace of acidic urine in the urethra

Part Function

Ovary Produces egg cells

Serves as passageway of eggs from the ovary to the
Oviduct
uterus; site of egg fertilization

Serves as site of egg implantation; is where the

Uterus
fertilized egg develops
Female organ for copulation; passage of menstrual
Vagina
flow and baby during birth
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Figure 3. Female Reproductive System

Activity 3.
Direction: Identify the parts of the female reproductive system, then answer the guide questions.
Write your answers on your answer sheets.

A. Female Reproductive System

Guide Questions:

1. What would be the

pathway of sperm
cells when meeting
an egg cell?
__________

2. In what part will an

egg cell wait for a
sperm?
__________

B. Male Reproductive System

PATHWAY OF SPERM CELLS

Seminiferous tubules (inside the
testis)  1. ____ 2. ____ 
3. ________  4. ________

Guide Question
1. Why does the scrotum shrink
during cold weather or when
males take a bath? ___________

LESSON 3. ROLES OF
HORMONES IN MALE AND FEMALE
REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM

The human male and female

reproductive cycles are controlled by
hormones released from the hypothalamus
and anterior pituitary as well as hormones
from reproductive tissues and organs. The
hypothalamus monitors the need for the FSH
and LH hormones made and released from
the anterior pituitary. FSH and LH affect
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reproductive structures to cause the formation of sperm and the preparation of eggs for release
and possible fertilization.
In the male, FSH and LH stimulate Sertoli cells and interstitial cells of Leydig in the testes to
facilitate sperm production. The Leydig cells produce testosterone, which also is responsible for
the secondary sexual characteristics of males.
In females, FSH and LH cause estrogen and progesterone to be produced. They regulate
the female reproductive system which is divided into the ovarian cycle and the menstrual cycle.
Menopause occurs when the ovaries lose their sensitivity to FSH and LH and the female
reproductive cycles slow to a stop. The anterior pituitary gland also produces Prolactin which
stimulates the mammary glands to produce milk after childbirth. Prolactin levels are regulated by
hypothalamus through prolactin releasing hormone and prolactin inhibiting hormone. Also, the
posterior pituitary gland produces Oxytocin which stimulates uterine contraction during childbirth.

Activity 4.
A. Direction: Using the given graphic
organizer, fill in the missing parts to
complete the entire concept showing
the hormonal regulation of the male
and female reproductive system.

B. Direction: Complete the details by writing

your answer on the space provided.

Hypothalamus produce 1. ______________ which stimulates 2. ______________to

secrete 3.
___________ and ____________.
4. During puberty, these two hormones stimulate
5.
the ________ of male to produce ____________
6. and sperm cells while in female the
7.
____________ produces egg cells and two hormones such as ______________
8. and
_____________
9. responsible for secondary sex characteristics and maintaining normal
menstrual cycle.
The anterior pituitary gland secretes two hormones: 10. _______________during
childbirth and 11.
______________ after childbirth.

V. GENERALIZATION:
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 1. How do endocrine and reproductive system perform coordinated function? (5 pts.)
2. What important concepts have you gained in the lesson? (5 pts.)
3. What are the difficulties you have encountered from this lesson? (5 pts.)

VI. APPLICATION:
1. Give at least 5 ways on how to take care of your reproductive system. (5pts)
2. Breastfeeding releases oxytocin and prolactin, hormones that relax the mother and
make her feel more nurturing toward her baby. On the other hand, how does the baby
benefit from the production of these hormones in the mother’s body? (5pts)

VII. SUMMATIVE TEST

1. Why do hormones play an important role in both male and female reproductive systems?
A. They make them function well. C. They regulate body metabolism.
B. They produce certain antibodies. D. They control normal bone growth
2. Which gland nourishes the sperm cells and helps them to become mature?
A. Adrenal B. Prostate C. Thyroid D. Thymus
3. Which hormones that regulates the production of sperm cells?
A. Testosterone B. Progesterone C. Estrogen D. Prolactin
4. What gland controls the function of the testis and the ovaries?
A. Cowper’s B. Prostate C. Pituitary D. Parathyroid
5. What enables the body to produce certain antibodies?
A. Adrenal B. Prostate C. Thyroid D. Thymus
6. Which of the following organ is the site of implantation and nourishes the zygote until it
becomes fetus?
A. Ovary B. Oviduct C. Uterus D. Vagina

7. What is the function of a male testis?

A. secretes fluid that constitutes the semen C. stores sperm cell until it matures
B. transfers sperm cell to the female body D. produces sperm cells

8. Which of the following organ and its function is INCORRECTLY matched?

A. Ovary: produces egg cells C. Oviduct: site of fertilization
B. Cervix: site of implantation D. Vagina: passage way menstruation and childbirth
9. Which of the following shows the correct pathway of sperm?
A. Testis, epididymis, vas deferens, ejaculatory duct, urethra
B. Testis, epididymis, vas deferens, urethra, ejaculatory duct
C. Testis, vas deferens, epididymis, ejaculatory duct, urethra
D. Testis, vas deferens, ejaculatory duct, epididymis, urethra

10. Why is it important to practice self-examination regularly?

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 A. to look good everyday C. to recognize signs of illness or infection
B. to boost one’s self confidence D. to be acceptable to the norms of the society

Test II. True or False

Directions: Write TRUE if the statement about the role of the hormone in reproductive
system is correct and FALSE if it’s not. Write your answer on the space provided.

_____________1. LH and FSH are produced in the pituitary, and estrogen and
progesterone are produced in the ovaries.
_____________2. Both progesterone and estradiol are produced by the follicles.
______________3. Menopause occurs when the ovaries lose their sensitivity to FSH and
LH and the female reproductive cycles slow to a stop.
_____________4. GnRH causes FSH and LH to be released.
_____________5. The anterior pituitary gland secretes two hormones: Oxytocin during
childbirth and prolactin after childbirth.

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IX. REFERENCE
Alvarez, LA. et al. Learning Material in Science 10. Department of Education. 2014. Pp. 228
– 232, 236.
https://publicdomainvectors.org/en/free-clipart/Female-reproductive-organs/73080.html
https://www.s-cool.co.uk/gcse/biology/fertilisation/revise-it/making-the-gametes
https://www.macmillanhighered.com/BrainHoney/Resource/22292/digital_first_content/
trunk/test/pel4e/pel4e_ch2_5.html

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