Unit Exam - Growth, Development & Sexual Health OG

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What is menstruation?

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The shedding of the female lining of the uterus, typically occurring on a monthly cycle.

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What is the role of the endocrine system?

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The endocrine system is responsible for balancing hormones in the body.

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Where does fertilization occur?

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Fertilization takes place in the fallopian tubes.

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True or False: You can get AIDS from having sex with someone who has AIDS.

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False. AIDS is transmitted through specific bodily fluids, not simply through sexual contact.

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What is ovulation?

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Ovulation is the process in which one of the ovaries releases a mature egg.

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What are hormones?

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Hormones are chemical messengers produced by the endocrine system that regulate various functions in the body.

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What is the menstrual cycle?

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The menstrual cycle is a monthly series of changes in the female reproductive system that prepares the body for potential pregnancy.

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What is fertilization?

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Fertilization is the process where a sperm cell joins with an egg cell to form a zygote.

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What are the fallopian tubes?

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The fallopian tubes are the structures in the female reproductive system where fertilization typically occurs.

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What is the function of the uterus?

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The uterus is the organ where a fertilized egg implants and develops into a fetus during pregnancy.