Human Reproductive System

Why are the testes located outside the body in the scrotum?

• To protect them from injury

• To keep them cooler for sperm production

• To make them easier to access

• To prevent infections

What happens during ovulation in the female reproductive system?

• The uterus sheds its lining

• An egg is released from the ovary

• The fallopian tube closes

• The cervix produces semen

How long does an egg survive after ovulation?

• 48 hours

• 5 days

• 12 hours

• 24 hours

What is the role of the placenta during pregnancy?

• It helps the fetus breathe

• It provides nutrients and oxygen to the fetus

• It protects the fetus from infections

• It helps the fetus move

At what stage is the embryo called a fetus?

• At the end of week six

• At the end of week twelve

• At the end of week eight

• At the end of week four