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Reproductive System

The document provides an overview of the male and female reproductive systems, detailing the anatomy and functions of various organs such as the testes, ovaries, and associated structures. It describes key processes like spermatogenesis and ovulation, as well as the roles of accessory glands and the duct system. Additionally, it highlights the significance of structures like the uterus and vagina in female reproduction.

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Reproductive System

The document provides an overview of the male and female reproductive systems, detailing the anatomy and functions of various organs such as the testes, ovaries, and associated structures. It describes key processes like spermatogenesis and ovulation, as well as the roles of accessory glands and the duct system. Additionally, it highlights the significance of structures like the uterus and vagina in female reproduction.

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Reproductive

system
Male and female reproductive organ
Male Reproductive
System
Male Reproductive
System
Testes
Male gonad
Endocrine and
exocrine Function
Olive-sized 1 ½
inches long, 1 inch
wide
Surrounded by
connective tissue
capsule called tunica
albuginea
Seminiferous tubules
Sperm-forming
factories
Connected to a rete
testis

Interstitial cells-
responsible for
hormone production
Epididymis
First part of the duct
system
Hugs the external
surface of the testis
6 meters long
Temporary storage for
immature sperm (20
days trip)
Sexual stimulation
causes the walls to
contract
Vas deferens
Aka ductus deferens
Runs upward from
the epididymis to the
pelvic cavity and
arches over the
posterior aspect of
the bladder
Propels live sperm
from the epididymis
to the urethra
Spermatic cord
A connective tissue
sheath that
surrounds the
nerves, blood vessels
and the vas deferens
Ejaculatory duct
Forms through the
union of the vas
deferens and the
duct of the seminal
vesicle
Delivers
sperm/semen into
the male urethra
Vasectomy
Surgical procedure
done in males for
permanent
contraception
Male urethra
Extends from the
base of the urinary
bladder to the tip of
the penis
3 regions
Prostatic urethra
Membranous urethra
Bulbous/ spongy/
penile urethra
Accessory Glands
Seminal Vesicle
Prostate gland
Bulbourethral gland
Seminal Vesicle
Located at the base
of the bladder

60% of the fluid


volume of the semen

Thick, yellowish
secretion
Prostate gland
Single gland
About the same size
and shape as a
chestnut
Encircles the upper
part of the urethra
Milky secretion that
activates the sperm
Bulbourethral gland
Tiny gland
Located inferiorly to
the prostate gland
(thick, clear mucus)
Also known as
Cowper’s gland
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Semen
Milky white, sticky,
Mixture of sperm and
secretions
7.2-7.6 pH
Dilutes sperm
2 to 5 ml per
ejaculation
External Male Genitalia

It cums in
different
sizes and
shapes
Spermatogenesis
Female Reproductive System
Ovaries
Paired organ, about
the size and shape of
an almond
Contain ovarian
follicles (saclike
structure, consist of
immature oocyte)
Ovulation
Release of eggs from
the ovaries
Occurs when the
ovarian follicle
ruptures and release
the oocyte
Duct system
Uterine tubes
Uterus
Vagina
Fallopian tubes
Aka uterine tubes
Initial part of the
duct system
Receive the ovulated
oocyte and provide
site for fertilization
4 inches in length
It takes 3 to 4 days
for the oocyte to
travel to the uterus
Uterus
Located in the pelvis
Between the urinary
bladder and the
rectum
Hollow organ
Receive, retain and
nourish a fertilized
egg
Cervix
Vagina
Thin walled tube
3 to 4 inches long
Extends from the
cervix to the body
exterior
Often called the birth
canal
Hymen
Thin fold of mucosa
Very vascular and
tend to bleed
Sometimes torn
during sports
activity, pelvic
examination, tampon
insertion
May be surgically
ruptured
External
Female
Genitalia
Vulva
Mons pubis
Labia
Clitoris
Urethral and vaginal
orifices
greater vestibular
glands
Oogenesis

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