The picture below shows a human female sex cell surrounded by human male sex cells - Junior Cycle Science - Question 7 - 2019
Question 7
The picture below shows a human female sex cell surrounded by human male sex cells.
Answer questions (a), (b) and (e) by putting a tick (✔) in the correct box.
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Worked Solution & Example Answer:The picture below shows a human female sex cell surrounded by human male sex cells - Junior Cycle Science - Question 7 - 2019
Step 1
What is the human female sex cell called?
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The human female sex cell is called the Egg.
Step 2
What is the human male sex cell called?
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The human male sex cell is called Sperm.
Step 3
Where in the female reproductive system is the female sex cell produced?
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The female sex cell (Egg) is produced in the Ovary.
Step 4
In the diagram, draw a box around the male sex cell that is fertilising the female sex cell.
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A box should be drawn around the Sperm that is in contact with the Egg in the diagram.
Step 5
State one way of reducing the chance that sexual intercourse could result in fertilisation.
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One way of reducing the chance of fertilisation is by using a condom or taking an oral contraceptive pill.
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