Female Reproductive System

Front

The female reproductive structure that serves as a passageway for the ova to the uterus is the __________.

Back

fallopian tube

Front

In oogenesis, ____________ undergo meiosis II but arrested at metaphase II until fertilization occurs.

Back

secondary oocyte

Front

Name the cell Y in the ovary during cell division.

Back

Polar body

Front

Name the cell Z in the ovary during cell division.

Back

Ovum

Front

When does oogenesis begin?

Back

before birth

Front

What is the primary function of the ovaries?

Back

To produce ova (eggs) and hormones such as estrogen and progesterone.

Front

What is the role of the fallopian tubes?

Back

To transport the ova from the ovaries to the uterus and is the site of fertilization.

Front

What is the menstrual cycle?

Back

The monthly series of changes a woman's body goes through in preparation for the possibility of pregnancy.

Front

What hormone triggers ovulation?

Back

Luteinizing hormone (LH).

Front

What is the difference between a primary oocyte and a secondary oocyte?

Back

A primary oocyte is arrested in prophase I of meiosis, while a secondary oocyte is arrested in metaphase II.