Final Exam TB T/F Flashcards
men are capable of producing sperm throughout their entire adult life
T
spermatogenesis occurs in the epididymis
F
testosterone acts as a paracrine in the testes to promote spermatogenesis
T
the acrosome is a vesicle in the head of the sperm that contains enzymes for fusion with the oocyte
T
the outer layer of the follicle is populated by theca cells that synthesize androgens
T
the endometrium is a muscular layer of the uterus
F
fertilization of the ovum usually occurs within the uterus
F
during the follicular phase, 10-25 follicles begin to develop but only one will usually be released at ovulation
T
a female is born with the full complement of oogonia in place, while the male’s spermatogonia is replaced on a continual basis
T
the granulosa cells provide nutrients for the developing oocyte via gap junctions
T
a corpus albicans is produced during each meiotic division of an oocyte
F
both the corpus luteum and placenta secrete estrogens and progesterone
T
the corpus luteum degenerates once fertilization occurs
F
the development of the second polar boy occurs following
fertilization
