Monday, 16 May 2016

3.8 describe the structure and explain the function of the male and female reproductive systems

Male
Testis - produce sperm cells
Sperm duct (vas difference) - carries sperm to the penis

The prostate gland - adds fluid to the sperm, creating semen
The urethra - carries sperm out of the penis.

Female
Ovaries - produce eggs
Oviduct (fallopian tube) - carry the eggs to the uterus, is the site of fertilisation
Uterus - develops the fertilised egg on the placenta

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