reproductive system

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What is natural family planning?

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Natural family planning, also known as the fertility awareness method, involves tracking ovulation and abstaining from sex during fertile days to prevent pregnancy.

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Where does fertilization occur in the female reproductive system?

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Fertilization occurs in the Fallopian tube.

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What are the three layers of the uterus?

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The three layers of the uterus are the endometrium, myometrium, and perimetrium.

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Do hormonal methods of birth control have a higher failure rate?

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False, hormonal methods of birth control generally have a lower failure rate.

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What is the primary function of the male reproductive system?

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The primary function of the male reproductive system is to produce sperm and deliver sperm to the female.

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What is the role of the ovaries in the female reproductive system?

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

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What is the function of the uterus?

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

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What is the purpose of the cervix in the female reproductive system?

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The cervix acts as a barrier between the vagina and the uterus and allows the passage of sperm and menstrual fluid.

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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 pregnancy.

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What is the difference between internal and external fertilization?

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Internal fertilization occurs inside the female's body, while external fertilization occurs outside, typically in water.