Summary: Grade 8 Human Reproduction

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  • What happens in the follicular phase of the menstrual cycle?

    • Matured egg follicle releases an egg
    • Uterus preparation begins
    • Starts another pregnancy preparation
  • What event begins the menstrual cycle in females?

    • Begins with puberty
    • Continues until late 40s
    • Menopause may occur
  • What occurs during the ovulatory phase?

    • Mid-cycle phase
    • Ovulation takes place (days 13-17)
    • End of follicular phase defines fertilization period
  • What is an egg cell?

    • A female gamete.
    • Contains nucleus, cytoplasm.
    • Surrounded by cell membrane.
    • Has follicle cells and zone pellucida.
  • How long does each menstrual cycle last?

    • Approximately 28 days
    • Starts with uterine lining shedding
  • Describe the luteal phase in the menstrual cycle.

    • Post-ovulation phase
    • Fate of corpus luteum decided
    • Fertilization: pregnancy starts; otherwise, cycle restarts
  • What are the main functions of the female reproductive system?

    • Make egg cells (ova)
    • Allow fertilization
    • Provide embryo nourishment
  • What is a sperm cell?

    • A male gamete.
    • Contains nucleus, acrosome.
    • Has mitochondria.
    • Tail/flagellum for movement.
  • What happens during the menstrual phase?

    • Uterus lining prepared for implantation sheds
    • Lasts 3 to 5 days
  • What is the pathway of sperm from the testes to outside the penis?

    • Starts at the testes.
    • Moves through the sperm duct.
    • Passes into the urethra.
    • Exits via the penis.
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