What are the primary functions of the reproductive systems?

Trace the pathway of sperm from their site of production to the penis.

What are two main functions of the scrotum?

What is the function of the Sertoli cells? ...interstitial cells? What hormones influence them?

What is the function of the epididymis?

What specializations do spermatozoa have which are related to their function?

Outline the hormonal control of spermatogenesis.

What is inhibin? How might it be used as a "male birth control" pill?

What are the primary functions of the male accessory glands? (seminal vesicles, prostate, and bulbourethral gland).

Why does semen have a basic pH? Why is there fructose in semen?

What are the functions of the corpus cavernosum, corpus spongiosum, glans penis, and prepuce (foreskin)? What female structures are homologous to these structures?

Outline the physiological mechanisms of erection and ejaculation.

What is a vasectomy?

Trace the pathway of an egg from its site of production to the uterus.

What is the cervix? What is its function?

What is the function of the fimbriae?

What is the difference between the endometrium and myometrium?

What is the difference between an ovarian follicle and the corpus luteum?

What hormones are produced in the ovary and what are their functions?

What is the key stimulus for ovulation?

Why does estrogen production initially decrease and then increase after ovulation?

What is the difference between a primary follicle, a secondary follicle, and a Graafian follicle?

Outline the menstrual cycle, including the hormones and structures involved.

What are the three phases of the endometrium? What are the phases of the ovary?

If pregnancy occurs, how is the menstrual cycle halted?

What is an ectopic pregnancy?

What is menopause?

How do conventional birth control pills work? How does RU-486 induce an abortion?

What is a tubal ligation?