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In today’s Biology class, We will be learning about Male and Female Reproductive structures. We hope you enjoy the class!
MALE AND FEMALE REPRODUCTIVE STRUCTURES
CONTENT
- Structures and Functions of the Reproductive System (Male and Female)
- Structure of the Gametes (Sperm and Ovum)
- Differences Between Male and Female Reproductive Organs
REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM
Most multicellular animals and plants undergo a complex form of sexual reproduction in which especially differentiated male and female reproductive cells (gametes) unite to form a single cell, known as a zygote, which later undergoes successive divisions to form a new organism. The process takes place with the help of the system known as the reproductive system. This system can be divided into
- male reproductive system and
- female reproductive system.
STRUCTURES AND FUNCTIONS OF MALE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM IN MAMMALS
| STRUCTURE | DESCRIPTION | FUNCTIONS |
| Testis | Oval shaped, found in scrotal sacs in pairs outside the body to enjoy cooler temperature. | – production of sperms
– production of male sex hormones (testosterone) – development of secondary sexual character in male .
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| Seminiferous tubules | Found within the testis, composed of a mass of sperm-producing tubes. | Site of sperm production
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| Epididymis | Found outside the testis as a long coiled tube. | Collect and stores sperm temporary until maturity. |
| Vas deferens
(sperm duct) |
A narrow tube which leads from the epididymis to the seminal vesicles. | Conduction of sperm from the epididymis to seminal vesicle. |
| Seminal vesicle | A small sac at the back of vas deferens. | – Stores sperm till ejaculation. – Secretes part of the seminal fluid. NOTE; Seminal fluid contains fructose which provides energy for the sperms. |
| Prostate gland | Connected to the urethra through many tubules | Secretion of seminal fluid. |
| Cowper’s gland | Located very close to the prostate gland. | Secretes a part of the seminal fluid which raises the acidic ph of the female reproductive medium which otherwise can kill the sperm. |
| Urethra | A narrow tube which passes through the penis. | Aids the passage of sperm into the vagina of the female animal and also the passage of urine out of the body hence it is called the urinogenital opening. |
| Penis | Contains tissues which make it turgid (erect when filled) with blood | Helps to introduce sperm into the vagina of the female animal and also the passage of urine. |
EVALUATION
- Outline five structural parts of the male reproductive system and their functions
- Why is the urethra urinogenital opening?
STRUCTURES AND FUNCTIONS OF THE FEMALE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM
| STRUCTURE | DESCRIPTION | FUNCTION(S) | |
| 1 | Ovaries | Found on each side of the vertebra column (two in every woman) | – Produce eggs (ova)
– produces female sex hormone (oestrogen and progesterone) – Development of secondary sexual characters in the female. |
| 2 | Oviduct
(fallopian tube) |
A long narrow tube funnel opening which receives eggs released by the ovary and it is a linkage between ovary and uterus. | -Fertilization takes place in the oviduct
– Allows the passage of an egg from the ovary to the uterus
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| 3. | Uterus | A muscular organ which is a cavity for development of the zygote into a baby. | – Site of embryo development from implantation till birth
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| 4. | Vagina | A muscular tube leading from the uterus to the outside of the body. | – It receives sperms from the penis during intercourse
-Allows the passage of foetus during birth |
| 5 | Cervix | A ring of muscles with a tiny opening that closes the lower end of the uterus where it joins the vagina. | -Controls the opening and closing of the vagina especially during birth. |
| 6 | Vulva | Refers to all external parts of the female reproductive organ | – Allows the passage of the penis into the vagina during intercourse.
– permits passage of foetus during birth. |
| 7 | Clitoris | A small sensitive organ which corresponds to the male penis. It is erectile and becomes stiff when stimulated due to blood inflow | – Helps to stimulate female during sexual intercourse(experience orgasm) |
EVALUATION
- State five structural differences between the male reproductive system and the female reproductive system.
- Describe the organs in the female reproductive system.
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