Reproduction
in humans is when the male gamete (sperm) fuses together with the female gamete
(ovum/egg).Male reproductive system
- Testes: produce sperm and testosterone
- Scrotum: a sac that keeps testes cool (outside body)
- Sperm ducts: link testis to urethra: allow passage of semen containing sperm
- Prostate gland: produce alkaline fluid ---> semen
- Urethra: urinate; pass semen (+sperm) through penis
- Penis: become firm, inserted into vagina during sexual intercourse ---> transfer sperm
Female reproductive system
- Ovaries: contains follicles, produce and stores eggs, produce oestrogen
- Oviducts: carries ovum to uterus; Fallopian tubes = site of fertilisation
- Uterus – where fetus develops
- Cervix- a
ring of muscles that separate the vagina from the uterus
- Vagina: receives sperm from erect penis during intercourse
Comparing male and female gametes
Slide Show: Reproduction from TGES Biology
Video: Human Body Systems - Reproductive System
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