Human Reproduction (Grade 12 NSC Matric Life Sciences): Flashcards
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Gametes in humans
Gametes in humans
Sperm cells (males) and egg cells (females)
Meiosis produces
Meiosis produces
Haploid cells (half chromosome number)
Two main functions of testes
Two main functions of testes
Produce sperm cells and manufacture testosterone
Optimal temp for sperm production
Optimal temp for sperm production
below normal body temperature
Function of epididymis
Function of epididymis
Storage and maturation site for sperm
Seminal vesicles produce
Seminal vesicles produce
Alkaline fluid to neutralise acidic conditions
Where sperm production occurs
Where sperm production occurs
Seminiferous tubules
Function of Sertoli cells
Function of Sertoli cells
Provide nutrients and support to developing sperm
Leydig cells produce
Leydig cells produce
Testosterone
Prostate gland produces
Prostate gland produces
Nutrient-rich fluid that energises sperm