Female Reproductive System

What role does the uterus play during menstruation?

• The uterus stores the fertilized egg until birth.

• The uterus sheds its lining as menstrual blood if the egg is not fertilized.

• The uterus produces hormones that prevent menstruation.

• The uterus helps in the development of the placenta.

What hormones are produced by the ovaries?

• testosterone and cortisol

• estrogen and progesterone

• insulin and glucagon

• adrenaline and norepinephrine

What happens if more than one egg is released during the menstrual cycle?

• It can result in multiple pregnancies (twins) if fertilized.

• It leads to a higher chance of miscarriage.

• It causes hormonal imbalances in the body.

• It has no effect on pregnancy outcomes.

What is the importance of the uterine lining during pregnancy?

• It helps in the formation of the placenta.

• It nourishes and supports the developing embryo.

• It regulates the menstrual cycle.

• It produces hormones necessary for ovulation.

What is the role of the pituitary gland in the female reproductive system?

• Produces estrogen and progesterone to regulate the menstrual cycle.

• Produces FSH (follicle-stimulating hormone) and LH (luteinizing hormone), which regulate ovulation and the menstrual cycle.

• Stimulates the growth of ovarian follicles without hormonal regulation.

• Inhibits the release of hormones related to ovulation.

How is the production of eggs in females different from the production of sperm in males?

• Females release one egg per month, while males produce millions of sperm daily.

• Females produce eggs continuously, while males release one sperm per month.

• Females produce eggs in large quantities, while males produce one sperm daily.

• Females release multiple eggs at once, while males produce no sperm.

How does the pituitary gland influence the reproductive system?

• produces hormones like FSH and LH that regulate the menstrual cycle and ovulation.

• increases the production of testosterone in males only.

• decreases estrogen levels during the menstrual cycle.

• stimulates the adrenal glands to produce cortisol.

How does the uterus support pregnancy?

• It provides a thick, muscular structure with a soft lining to nourish and support the developing baby.

• It produces hormones that prevent the baby from developing.

• It acts as a barrier to protect the baby from infections.

• It helps in the formation of the placenta.

What are the primary roles of the female reproductive system?

• Produces hormones

• Produces eggs, allows fertilization by sperm, supports pregnancy.

• Regulates menstrual cycle

• Facilitates lactation

What is the main function of progesterone?

• Regulates blood sugar levels

• Maintains the uterine lining for pregnancy and prevents menstruation.

• Stimulates the production of red blood cells

• Increases metabolic rate