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Reproductive System

Questions about the organs, cells and hormones associated with sexual reproduction.

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The term reproductive isolation mechanism refers to?

Reproductive isolation mechanisms are barriers that prevent members of different species from mating and producing viable offspring. These mechanisms can be prezygotic, occurring before fertilization, or postzygotic, occurring after fertilization. They are important for maintaining species integrity and can lead to the formation of new species over time.

Does anorexia effect the reproductive system?

Yes, it does in women. When a woman becomes anorexic, her body metablolize it's fat and lean muscle, then it moves on to the organs of her body, some of which include the reproductive organs. Her hormone balance is not stable, and so she misses her menstrual cycle consecutively. This may affect her chances of having a child one day (Fertility) And she could become sterile. Anorexia affects every part of the body and the mind as well, and should be treated very seriously.

Parts of the reproductive systems in men and women both testes and ovaries also produce hormones making them part of what other system?

Endocrine system. Both the testes and ovaries produce hormones such as testosterone and estrogen, making them part of the endocrine system, which regulates various bodily functions through the secretion of hormones.

What is the difference between the reproductive system and the endocrine system?

The reproductive system is in part also an endocrine system since it releases or modifies steroid hormones to effect organism level changes. Apart from that the reproductive system has additional functions like production of gametocytes (sperms or oocytes) and in the female system production of the fetus.

Describe what happens to the female reproductive system if she becomes pregnant?

If a woman becomes pregnant, her body undergoes various changes to support the growing fetus. The uterus expands to accommodate the developing baby, the ovaries stop releasing eggs, and hormone levels shift to maintain the pregnancy and prepare for childbirth. The placenta forms to provide nutrients and oxygen to the fetus, while other organs like the breasts also change in preparation for lactation.

The corpus luteum secretes progesterone in response to?

The corpus luteum secretes progesterone in response to luteinizing hormone (LH) released from the pituitary gland following ovulation. Progesterone is crucial for maintaining the uterine lining during the second half of the menstrual cycle and early stages of pregnancy. If fertilization does not occur, the corpus luteum breaks down, leading to a drop in progesterone levels and the start of a new menstrual cycle.

In oogenesis meiosis you does not produce two equal-sized daughter cells but rather forms one large oocyte and one small?

Polar body. The large oocyte contains most of the cytoplasm and organelles, while the small polar body contains minimal cytoplasm and will typically degenerate. This size asymmetry aids in providing the necessary resources for the future fertilized egg.

What is the process of differentiation of the reproductive organs to female?

The process in which cells become specialized in structure and function; responsible for the development of the various types of tissue in the body.

Males have a series of organs located outside the body and around the pelvic region that contribute to the reproductive process. The primary direct function is to provide the sperm for the fertilization of the ovum.

Females have a series of organs located primarily on the inside of the body and around the pelvic region. It consists of three main parts; Vagina, uterus, and the ovaries. The vagina leads to the vulva, the uterus holds the fetus, and the ovaries produce the egg.

If fertilization does occur what happens to corpus luteum?

If the egg is fertilized and implantation occurs, the trophoblast cells of the blastocyst secrete the hormone human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG, or a similar hormone in other species).

Human chorionic gonadotropin signals the corpus luteum to continue progesterone secretion, thereby maintaining the thick lining (endometrium) of the uterus, and providing an area rich in blood vessels in which the zygote(s) can develop. From this point on, the corpus luteum is called the corpus luteum graviditatis.

The introduction of prostaglandins at this point causes the degeneration of the corpus luteum and the abortion of the fetus. However, in placental animals such as humans, the placenta eventually takes over progesterone production and the corpus luteum degrades into a corpus albicans without embryo/fetus loss.

Why does the corpus luteum deteriorate?

If the egg is not fertilized, the corpus luteum stops secreting progesterone and decays (after approximately 14 days in humans). It then degenerates into a corpus albicans, which is a mass of fibrous scar tissue. Progesterone will not be secreted, if corpus luteum will not degenerate.

Is reproductive system of a person effects with only one kidney?

Not usually because the kidney is not part of the reproductive system, but keep in mind that whatever caused the loss of the kidney in the first place may have had an effect on the reproductive system.

Major function of the reproductive system?

The major function of the reproductive system is to produce gametes (sperm and eggs) for sexual reproduction and to facilitate the fertilization of these gametes to create offspring. Additionally, the reproductive system plays a role in the development and maturation of primary and secondary sexual characteristics.

What are the primary sex organs of the female reproductive system?

The primary sex organs of the female reproductive system are the ovaries. They are responsible for producing eggs (ova) and female sex hormones like estrogen and progesterone.

What is the name of a specialist in diagnosing and treating diseases and disorders of the female reproductive system?

Sometimes a experienced gynecologist, who have done a course in infertility treats the common disorders. You also have the gynecologist, who have done super specialization in infertility, who treats the problems with female infertility.

What is the general function of the Reproductive system?

The general function of the reproductive system is to produce, store, and transport gametes for fertilization and to support the development of offspring. It also involves the production of sex hormones that regulate sexual development and behavior.

What are leeches reproductive organs?

A leech is a hermaphrodite, therefore meaning it carries both male and female reproductive organs. The leech reproduces by trading sperm with another leech and they each can fertilize their eggs.

What is the human reproductive system regulated by?

The human reproductive system is primarily regulated by hormones, which are produced by the endocrine glands such as the hypothalamus, pituitary gland, and gonads (testes in males, ovaries in females). These hormones control the development of sexual characteristics, maturation of germ cells, and the menstrual cycle in females. The release of these hormones is tightly regulated to maintain proper reproductive function.

What is the males reproductive system called?

The male's reproductive system is called that, the male reproductive system. The main parts are the testes and penis. The testes produce sperm cells as needed for reproduction. The sperm cells mature in the epididymides which on located on the backs of the testes. The testes and epididymides are located in the scrotum, the loose "pouch" of skin located below the penis. The sperm cells then travel to the seminal vesicles via the vas ducti. Also attached to the seminal vesicles are the prostate gland, bulbourethral glands, and urethra. There are also sphincters on the seminal vesicles to allow them to build up pressure during sex, and during ejaculation, this mixture of fluids squirts out the urethra and out the end of the penis.

What are the main functions of the male reproductive system?

A reproductive system in the system by which men reproduce by manufacturing semen, and the spermatozoa that it contains. The reproductive system also manufactures hormones including, but not limited to, testosterone.

What is the Difference between male and female reproductive systems?

Depends on the animal, but in general male produces sperm, female produces eggs, and MAY hold fertilized eggs until they grow (but not always)

What are the main functions of reproductive system?

The main functions of the reproductive system are to produce gametes (sperm in males, eggs in females), facilitate fertilization, support embryo development, and produce sex hormones. Additionally, the reproductive system plays a role in sexual differentiation and secondary sexual characteristics.

What is a male reproductive specialist called?

A urologist is a physician who is trained to evaluate the genitourinary tract, which includes the kidneys, urinary bladder and genital structures in men and women, and the prostate and testicles in men.

What would if the reproductive system failed?

you would not be able to have babies but still enjoy sex with out babies

STILL WERE a condom your reproductive system never fails it always only fails 99.9%

their is still 1% of chance that you will have babies!!!

By Ysabella 6M.

Without the reproductive system, the extinction of the human race would be inevitable. If people stopped having children, as would happen if the reproductive system were to be removed from the body, humanity would only last about a hundred years following this event. Without any way to make new humans, those surviving would only be able to live out their own lifespan, and once dead, our race would die with them. In addition to this, the organs whose main job is to help in the reproductive system also play large rolls in other body systems like the endocrine and urinary systems. If the reproductive organs were to disappear, there would be no way for some hormones to be created, and toxic human waste would build up in our systems with no means of disposal, which would cause this waste to slowly eat away at our flesh. Besides this, there would be no distinguishable difference between male and female organisms, creating confusion and probable discord.

(Hahaha, in fewer words...)

Without the reproductive system, humans would unavoidably die out, after surviving for a hundred years or less without any way to tell males apart from females.

By PeriwinkleP