A. It begins at the time of puberty.
B. The primary oocyte divides to produce a secondary oocyte.
C. Each primary oocyte produces in two to three mature ova.
D. The first polar body maintains all the cytoplasm.
E. B&C are true - ANSWER B. The primary oocyte divides to produce a secondary oocyte.
All the following are functions of the ovaries EXCEPT:
A. Production of eggs
B. Maintaining the development of a fetus
C. Production of estrogen
D. Development of the corpus luteum - ANSWER B. Maintaining the development of a fe-
tus
(The uterus, not ovaries)
Ovulation occurs when an egg is released from the ______________ . - ANSWER Ovarian
follicle
This layer of the uterus contracts during labor.
A. Endometrium
B. Mucosal coat
C. Perimetrium
D. Myometrium
E. Serous coat - ANSWER D. Myometrium
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, Name the specific region of the reproductive system highlighted in blue below (also indi-
cated by the arrow). - ANSWER Fimbriae (infundibulum)
This layer of the uterus is shed monthly
A. Endometrium
B. Mucosal coat
C. Perimetrium
D. Myometrium
E. Serous coat - ANSWER A. Endometrium
Which of the following statements is false concerning the vagina?
A. The fundus is made of elastic fibers, blood vessels, lymph vessels and nerves.
B. The wetness and moisture of the surface is achieved by mucous from the cervix.
C. The elastic fibers give the vaginal wall elasticity.
D. The mucosal lining can extend. - ANSWER A. The fundus is made of elastic fibers,
blood vessels, lymph vessels and nerves.
Which of the following statements is false concerning the functions of the vagina?
A. It serves as the birth canal
B. It provides the outlet for menstrual blood during menstruation
C. It secretes progesterone to maintain pregnancy
D. It receives the male penis during sexual intercourse - ANSWER C. It secretes progester-
one to maintain pregnancy
Describe the purpose of the cervix prior to ovulation. - ANSWER the cervix swells prior to
ovulation, it softens and secretes mucus which allows the sperm better access to and viabil-
ity within the uterus.
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