Anatomy and Physiology

Let's imagine a new form of birth control for males has been developed. This drug works by ...

Let's imagine a new form of birth control for males has been developed. This drug works by ...

Let's imagine a new form of birth control for males has been developed. This drug works by inhibiting capacitation of the sperm after ejaculation has occurred. Determine why capacitation is a critical step through which sperm must pass for ferti

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Trace the pathway of sperm from the seminiferous tubules to the external urethral orifice of the ...

Trace the pathway of sperm from the seminiferous tubules to the external urethral orifice of the ...

Trace the pathway of sperm from the seminiferous tubules to the external urethral orifice of the penis.

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Briefly explain how mitosis and meiosis differ.

Briefly explain how mitosis and meiosis differ.

Briefly explain how mitosis and meiosis differ.

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Summarize the important points of meiosis I and II.

Summarize the important points of meiosis I and II.

Summarize the important points of meiosis I and II.

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Barrier methods of birth control prevent sperm from moving beyond the vagina and include condoms, ...

Barrier methods of birth control prevent sperm from moving beyond the vagina and include condoms, ...

Barrier methods of birth control prevent sperm from moving beyond the vagina and include condoms, diaphragms, cervical caps, and the sponge.

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The high levels of estrogens during the luteal phase of the ovarian cycle trigger release of more ...

The high levels of estrogens during the luteal phase of the ovarian cycle trigger release of more ...

The high levels of estrogens during the luteal phase of the ovarian cycle trigger release of more FSH and LH, and their levels peak around day 14, which causes ovulation.

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If pregnancy occurs, the secretory phase of the uterine (menstrual) cycle continues and the uterus ...

If pregnancy occurs, the secretory phase of the uterine (menstrual) cycle continues and the uterus ...

If pregnancy occurs, the secretory phase of the uterine (menstrual) cycle continues and the uterus will continue to develop.

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During the luteal phase of the uterine (menstrual) cycle, the corpus luteum secretes progesterone ...

During the luteal phase of the uterine (menstrual) cycle, the corpus luteum secretes progesterone ...

During the luteal phase of the uterine (menstrual) cycle, the corpus luteum secretes progesterone and some estrogen.

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The round ligaments connect each ovary to the uterus and receive an oocyte during ovulation.

The round ligaments connect each ovary to the uterus and receive an oocyte during ovulation.

The round ligaments connect each ovary to the uterus and receive an oocyte during ovulation.

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High levels of testosterone inhibit gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) by the hypothalamus.

High levels of testosterone inhibit gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) by the hypothalamus.

High levels of testosterone inhibit gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) by the hypothalamus.

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Spermiogenesis is the process of sperm cell development. It includes all phases of meiosis and ...

Spermiogenesis is the process of sperm cell development. It includes all phases of meiosis and ...

Spermiogenesis is the process of sperm cell development. It includes all phases of meiosis and spermatogenesis, the cytoplasmic changes required to form a mature sperm cell.

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The prostate gland releases clotting proteins into ejaculated semen which cause coagulation and ...

The prostate gland releases clotting proteins into ejaculated semen which cause coagulation and ...

The prostate gland releases clotting proteins into ejaculated semen which cause coagulation and temporarily prevents the sperm from leaking back out of the female reproductive tract.

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Testosterone is made by the myoid cells of the male testes.

Testosterone is made by the myoid cells of the male testes.

Testosterone is made by the myoid cells of the male testes.

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From one original cell, four genetically unique daughter cells, each with 23 nonreplicated ...

From one original cell, four genetically unique daughter cells, each with 23 nonreplicated ...

From one original cell, four genetically unique daughter cells, each with 23 nonreplicated chromosomes, are produced at the conclusion of meiosis II of spermatogenesis.

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A cell with 12 pairs of homologous chromosomes is said to be diploid, 2n.

A cell with 12 pairs of homologous chromosomes is said to be diploid, 2n.

A cell with 12 pairs of homologous chromosomes is said to be diploid, 2n.

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Which of the following may be prevented with a vaccine?

Which of the following may be prevented with a vaccine?

Which of the following may be prevented with a vaccine?
A) trichomoniasis
B) human papillomavirus (HPV)
C) syphylis
D) genital herpes

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A female patient complains of a greenish-white discharge from her vagina that has a strong odor. She ...

A female patient complains of a greenish-white discharge from her vagina that has a strong odor. She ...

A female patient complains of a greenish-white discharge from her vagina that has a strong odor. She also experiences itching and burning of her genitals. Determine the sexually transmitted infection (STI) she has.
A) chlamydia
B) gonorrhe

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Which of the following is linked with many cases of cervical cancer?

Which of the following is linked with many cases of cervical cancer?

Which of the following is linked with many cases of cervical cancer?
A) chlamydia
B) trichomoniasis
C) gonorrhea
D) human papillomavirus (HPV)

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Which of the following is NOT a bacterial sexually transmitted infection (STI)?

Which of the following is NOT a bacterial sexually transmitted infection (STI)?

Which of the following is NOT a bacterial sexually transmitted infection (STI)?
A) genital herpes
B) syphylis
C) chlamydia
D) gonorrhea

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If a couple want to have sexual intercourse, and they do not wish to use a behavior method as a form ...

If a couple want to have sexual intercourse, and they do not wish to use a behavior method as a form ...

If a couple want to have sexual intercourse, and they do not wish to use a behavior method as a form of birth control since they know it comes with high risk. What could be an alternative method?
A) abstinence
B) condoms
C) rhythm meth

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Which of the following accompanies puberty?

Which of the following accompanies puberty?

Which of the following accompanies puberty?
A) female climacteric, or menopause
B) male climacteric, or andropause
C) menarche
D) atresia

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Which portion of the uterus is shed during menstruation?

Which portion of the uterus is shed during menstruation?

Which portion of the uterus is shed during menstruation?
A) myometrium
B) stratum basalis of the endometrium
C) perimetrium
D) stratum functionalis of the endometrium

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Estrogens are critical for: (Multiple Choice)

Estrogens are critical for: (Multiple Choice)

Estrogens are critical for:
A) increased erythrocyte production.
B) adipose tissue deposits in the breasts, hips, and thighs.
C) increased skeletal muscle mass.
D) deepening of the voice.

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Which of the following is regulated by a positive feedback mechanism in females?

Which of the following is regulated by a positive feedback mechanism in females?

Which of the following is regulated by a positive feedback mechanism in females?
A) implantation
B) ovulation
C) menstruation
D) fertilization

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Women who wish to become pregnant should have sexual intercourse after a surge in:

Women who wish to become pregnant should have sexual intercourse after a surge in:

Women who wish to become pregnant should have sexual intercourse after a surge in:
A) androgens.
B) progesterone.
C) follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH).
D) luteinizing hormone (LH).

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Ovulation is triggered by a surge in:

Ovulation is triggered by a surge in:

Ovulation is triggered by a surge in:
A) inhibin.
B) luteinizing hormone (LH).
C) progesterone.
D) testosterone.

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In a female, follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH) target the:

In a female, follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH) target the:

In a female, follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH) target the:
A) anterior pituitary gland.
B) hypothalamus.
C) ovaries.
D) uterus.

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Assuming a 28-day ovarian cycle, on what day should ovulation occur?

Assuming a 28-day ovarian cycle, on what day should ovulation occur?

Assuming a 28-day ovarian cycle, on what day should ovulation occur?
A) day 0
B) day 14
C) day 21
D) day 28

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Place these stages of the ovarian cycle in the correct order.1) Corpus albicans2) Vesicular ...

Place these stages of the ovarian cycle in the correct order.1) Corpus albicans2) Vesicular ...

Place these stages of the ovarian cycle in the correct order.
   1) Corpus albicans
   2) Vesicular (tertiary) follicle
   3) Primary follicle
   4) Ruptured follicle
   5) Primordial follicle
   6) Secondary follicle
   7) Corpu

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Which follicle contains a secondary oocyte arrested in metaphase II?

Which follicle contains a secondary oocyte arrested in metaphase II?

Which follicle contains a secondary oocyte arrested in metaphase II?
A) primordial follicle
B) secondary follicle
C) primary follicle
D) vesicular (tertiary) follicle

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Which of the following can be fertilized?

Which of the following can be fertilized?

Which of the following can be fertilized?
A) secondary oocyte
B) polar body
C) primary oocyte
D) oogonium

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When are all oogonia formed in females?

When are all oogonia formed in females?

When are all oogonia formed in females?
A) before birth
B) during infancy
C) at puberty
D) early adulthood

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What structures are NOT present in a non-lactating female?

What structures are NOT present in a non-lactating female?

What structures are NOT present in a non-lactating female?
A) lobules
B) alveoli
C) mammary ducts
D) lobules

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Blockage to the mammary ducts of the mammary gland prevents the passage of:

Blockage to the mammary ducts of the mammary gland prevents the passage of:

Blockage to the mammary ducts of the mammary gland prevents the passage of:
A) sperm.
B) mucus.
C) milk.
D) sweat.

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Which of the following is NOT part of the female's external genitalia?

Which of the following is NOT part of the female's external genitalia?

Which of the following is NOT part of the female's external genitalia?
A) labia minora
B) clitoris
C) vagina
D) mons pubis

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What part of the female reproductive system receives the penis during sexual intercourse?

What part of the female reproductive system receives the penis during sexual intercourse?

What part of the female reproductive system receives the penis during sexual intercourse?
A) vagina
B) uterus
C) clitoris
D) uterine tube

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What portion of the uterus is composed of smooth muscle and contracts rhythmically during orgasm and ...

What portion of the uterus is composed of smooth muscle and contracts rhythmically during orgasm and ...

What portion of the uterus is composed of smooth muscle and contracts rhythmically during orgasm and childbirth?
A) peritoneum
B) perimetrium
C) endometrium
D) myometrium

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Which of the following is the most inferior portion of the uterus?

Which of the following is the most inferior portion of the uterus?

Which of the following is the most inferior portion of the uterus?
A) fundus
B) cervix
C) infundibulum
D) body

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Where should a fertilized ovum implant?

Where should a fertilized ovum implant?

Where should a fertilized ovum implant?
A) vagina
B) infundibulum of the uterine tube
C) uterus
D) ampulla of the uterine tube

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From its proximal end at the uterus as it approaches the ovary, the regions of the uterine tube ...

From its proximal end at the uterus as it approaches the ovary, the regions of the uterine tube ...

From its proximal end at the uterus as it approaches the ovary, the regions of the uterine tube are:
A) isthmus, ampulla, fimbriae, infundibulum.
B) isthmus, ampulla, infundibulum, fimbriae.
C) isthmus, infundibulum, ampulla, fimbriae.

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