How to explain the reproductive system to children. Human reproductive biology, third edition emphasizes the biological and biomedical aspects of human reproduction, explains advances in reproductive science and discusses the choices and concerns of today. Molecular biology of the female reproductive system 1st edition. During the early teen years, usually between the ages of 12 and 15, the male reproductive system reaches maturity. A sexually mature girls reproductive system is amazingly complex and can be the source of many questions and much misinformation. Who classification of tumours of female reproductive. The female reproductive system is made up of the internal and external sex organs that function in reproduction of new offspring. Female reproductive system book flashcards quizlet. The female reproductive system is composed of a pair of ovaries along with oviducts, vagina, cervix, uterus, and the external genitalia that are located in the pelvic region. Introduction to the reproductive system the reproductive system is the human organ system responsible for the production and fertilization of gametes sperm or eggs and, in females, the carrying of a fetus. Female reproductive system the organs of female reproduction include the ovaries, two oval organs lying within the pelvic cavity, and adjacent to them, two fallopian tubes. The human reproductive system this scanning electron microscope image enlarges human sperm cells on a human egg cell thousands of times. The female reproductive system functions produces the female egg cells transports the eggs to the site of fertilization the fertilization of an egg by a sperm, occurs in the fallopian tubes after fertilization, provides a place for a baby to develop if fertilization does not take place, the system is designed to menstruate produces female sex. Vulva at external opening of vagina accessory structures of female reproductive tract mons pubis labia majora labia minor clitoris homologous to.
Unlike its male counterpart, the female reproductive system is located primarily inside the pelvic cavity. During this cycle numerous well defined and sequential alterations in reproductive tract histology, physiology and. The female reproductive system consists of the ovaries, oviducts, uterus, vagina, external genitalia, and mammary glands. The function of the male reproductive system is to produce sperm and transfer them to the female reproductive tract. Injury, illness, and health body focus steve parker, adam miller on. The human female reproductive system contains three main parts. Sexual maturation is the process that this system undergoes in order to carry out its role in the process of pregnancy and birth. The female reproductive system boundless anatomy and.
These activities will help students understand the anatomy and function of the female reproductive organs. Apart from these function, the reproductive system also creates female sex hormones to maintain the reproductive cycle. Trace the path of an oocyte from ovary to fertilization. Shadab abbasi on 12th class biology chapter 18 reproduction. This book explores how the human body reproduces itself, including the structure of the male and female systems. The reproductive system biology bibliographies cite. For notes, mcqs and ncert solutions, please visit our newly updated website this is the 3d animated lesson of class 12 biology with. Describe the structure and function of the organs of the female reproductive system list the steps. The internal sex organs are the uterus, fallopian tubes, and ovaries. Structures of the female reproductive system biology.
Ethical concerns surrounding the issues of birth control and abortion have also provoked. Look at an illustration of a structure and flip the page to see the answer in both english and latin terminology. The female reproductive system junqueiras basic histology. The female reproductive system medicine libretexts. Fsc biology book 2, female reproductive system ch 18. The vulva serves to protect the urethral and vaginal. The conception of human life and the propagation of the species has long been a subject of curiosity in all civilizations. Many of the female reproductive organs are attached to the broad ligament, a sheet of tissue that supports the organs and connects the sides of the uterus to the walls and floor of the pelvis. Who classification of tumours of female reproductive organs. It is composed of secretory acini, arranged into larger, irregular tubuloalveolar structures made of low columnar to cuboidal cells. The reproductive system in females is responsible for producing gametes. Your book may be a resource, but we will not be following it closely. Outline the female reproductive system by telling your child that a female is able to get pregnant after her menstrual cycle begins 1 2. It explains the different illnesses and injuries that can affect the reproductive system.
This book is distributed under the terms of the creative commons. The female reproductive system girls health waters, sophie on. The female reproductive system is one of the most vital parts of the human reproductive process. Female reproductive system overview, anatomy and physiology. Female reproductive system an overview sciencedirect topics. The function of the female reproductive system is to first, produce female eggs called oocytes. This is the ideal book for courses on human reproductive biology, with chapter introductions, sidebars on related topics, chapter summaries and suggestions for further reading. What can go wrong with the female reproductive system.
The female reproductive system is made up of internal and external organs that function to produce haploid female gametes called eggs or oocytes, secrete female sex hormones such as estrogen, and carry and give birth to a fetus. These are the sources and citations used to research the reproductive system. Why is it important to protect your reproductive system. Aug 15, 2010 the conception of human life and the propagation of the species has long been a subject of curiosity in all civilizations. Its function is to enable reproduction of the species. The female reproductive system is made up of internal organs and external structures. This chapter describes the different parts of the female reproductive system. Human reproductive system, organ system by which humans reproduce and bear live offspring.
The female reproductive system consists of the paired ovaries and oviducts or uterine tubes, the uterus, the vagina, and the external genitalia figure 221. Currently this section contains no detailed description for the page, will update this page soon. Although a man is needed to reproduce, it is the woman who incubates the developing fetus and. Describes the parts of the female reproductive system, explains how pregnancy occurs and the steps in embryo development. Pathology of the female reproductive tract expert consult. Although much is now known about the biology of reproduction, a great deal remains to be discovered about the diseases and disorders that can damage the reproductive system. In humans, the female reproductive system is immature at birth and develops to maturity at puberty to be able to produce gametes, and to carry a foetus to full term. We also acknowledge previous national science foundation support under grant numbers 1246120, 1525057. Although a man is needed to reproduce, it is the woman who incubates the. The female reproductive system is designed to carry out several functions. Female fertility the ability to conceive peaks when women are in their twenties, and is slowly reduced until a women reaches 35 years of age. Anatomy of female reproductive system external sexual organs. Ethical concerns surrounding the issues of birth control and abortion have also provoked much. The book presents chapters on anatomy, and the diseases effecting the various parts of the reproductive system.
Who classification of tumours of female reproductive organs is the sixth volume in the 4th edition of the who series on histological and genetic typing of human tumours. Female reproductive system for teens nemours kidshealth. During this cycle numerous well defined and sequential alterations in reproductive tract histology, physiology and cytology occur, initiated and regulated by. Physiology, female reproduction statpearls ncbi bookshelf. Purchase molecular biology of the female reproductive system 1st edition. The female reproductive system is a complicated, hormonedependent group of tissues that may provide an interpretative. Fertilization occurs in the fallopian tube oviduct of the female reproductive system. This authoritative, concise reference book provides an international standard for oncologists and pathologists and will serve as an indispensable guide for use in the design of. Summary the female reproductive system consists of ovaries, oviducts, the uterus, the placenta, the cervix, the vagina, the clitoris, and the labia. Nov, 2019 the reproductive system is usually comprised of either male or female reproductive organs and structures. The reproductive system is closely associated with other organ systems, particularly the endocrine system and urinary system. Prostate gland, low magnificaion female reproductive system. Female reproductive system female fertility the ability to conceive peaks when women are in their twenties, and is slowly reduced until a women reaches 35 years of age.
This bibliography was generated on cite this for me on thursday, may 18, 2017. External female reproductive organs the external female reproductive organs collectively are called the vulva which means covering in latin. It produces the female egg cells necessary for reproduction, called the ova or oocytes. During menopause, the female reproductive system gradually stops making the female hormones necessary for the reproductive cycle to work. Female reproductive system ultrastructure atlas of human. Provided all organs are present, normally constructed, and functioning properly, the essential features of human reproduction are 1 liberation of an ovum, or egg, at a specific time in the reproductive cycle.
Also known as oviducts, the fallopian tubes are the passageways that egg cells enter after release from the ovaries. Female reproductive anatomy and physiology the female reproductive system is composed of both external and internal reproductive organs. Both male and female reproductive systems have organs called gonads that produce gametes. Jun 11, 2017 for notes, mcqs and ncert solutions, please visit our newly updated website this is the 3d animated lesson of class 12 biology with. Do not show a young child photographs, but rather use a childs book that has general line drawings representing body parts. You will read in this chapter that after one sperm cell enters an egg cell, other sperm cells cannot. It becomes a ball of cells over time, then develops in the uterus of the female to become a baby. The primary function of the human reproductive system is to produce sex cells.
Cbse class 12 biology, human reproduction 2, female. After that time, fertility declines more rapidly, until it ends completely at the end of menopause. The growth and activity of these parts are regulated by hormones. The human reproductive system and the ability to reproduce make life possible. Diseases and disorders of the female reproductive system. All of these structures have evolved for the primary functions of the ovulation, the fertilization of an ovum by a sperm, and the birth and care of a newborn. Guide your discussion and depth of information based on your childs age. The ideal book for courses on human reproductive biology. Anatomy and physiology of the female reproductive system. During sexual activity, sperm move from the vas deferens into a short ejaculation ih ja kyuh lay shun duct that connects to a tube called the urethra yoo ree. The organs of the female reproductive system are concentrated in the pelvic cavity.
We will also be watching the video from conception to birth 5. In addition, the female reproductive system interacts with a number of other body systems when it is functioning properly, illustrated by including the nervous systems hypothalamus and. The oocytes are then transported to the uterine tubes where they are fertilized by a males sperm. Grades 9 to 12 human body series female reproductive. In sexual reproduction, two individuals produce offspring that have some of the genetic characteristics of both parents. The female laboratory rat, like most placental mammals, demonstrates intrinsic reproductive cyclicity, characterised by the regular occurrence of an oestrous cycle. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools.
The female reproductive system functions to produce gametes and reproductive hormones, just like the male reproductive system. A females reproductive years are those between menarche the first menstrual. The female reproductive system contains two main parts. Female reproductive system cliffsnotes study guides book. When a male and female sex cell unite, an offspring grows and develops. Here, you will get an overview of both the male and female reproductive system as well as a general idea of how the process of pregnancy and birth occur. Dec 19, 2017 the female reproductive system is one of the most vital parts of the human reproductive process. Ovaries the ovaries are two almondshaped structures.
The internal female reproductive organs include the vagina, uterus, fallopian uterine tubes, and ovaries. Pathology of female reproductive system ovaries neoplastic diseases, cysts torsion, endometriosis, hemorrhagic corpus luteum, hormonal imbalance fallopian tubes infection, tubal pregnancy, neoplastic disease uterus corpus neoplastic disease, hyperplasia, functional bleeding, infection. Provide an environment for the growth and nourishment of the developing fetus after fertilization. This is the ideal book for courses on human reproductive biology, with chapter introductions, sidebars on related topics, chapter summaries and. Female reproductive system ans 215 physiology and anatomy of domesticated animals i. The prostate is the largest of the reproductive glands and straddles the urethra below the urinary bladder. It goes on to cover issues in fertility and its control, population growth and family planning, induced abortion and sexually transmitted diseases. Women are commonly dealing with many different diseases and disorders that pertain to the reproductive system. If implantation does not take place, the uterine lining is shed as menstrual flow. In addition, the female reproductive system produces female sex hormones that maintain the reproductive cycle. The reproductive system biology bibliographies cite this. Use your favorite ebook device and learn the most relevant anatomical structures of the female reproductive system on the go. The organ systemsreproductive wikibooks, open books for an. Generously illustrated in full color, the text provides current information about human reproductive anatomy and physiology.
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