Sexual Reproduction in Mammals (HSC SSCE Biology): Flashcards
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Gametes
Gametes
Sex cells
Fertilisation
Fertilisation
Fusion of male & female gametes
Pituitary gland nickname
Pituitary gland nickname
Master gland
FSH function
FSH function
Stimulates maturation of follicles in ovaries
LH triggers
LH triggers
Ovulation
Ovulation
Ovulation
Graafian follicle bursts, releasing the egg
Corpus luteum secretes
Corpus luteum secretes
Progesterone
Progesterone's main role in pregnancy
Progesterone's main role in pregnancy
Suppressing uterine activity
Oxytocin's role in birth
Oxytocin's role in birth
Promotes uterine contractions & cervical softening
Prolactin stimulates
Prolactin stimulates
Milk production in breasts