Chapter 20: The Reproductive System Objectives

This chapter introduces the anatomy and physiology of the reproductive system. Both the reproductive systems of the male and female are reviewed. Additional subjects in Chapter 20 include the physiology of sexual intercourse, aging and the reproductive system.

Review of Chapter Objectives (with page no. references to text):

1. Summarize the functions of the human reproductive system and its principal components. (p. 516)

2. Describe the components of the male reproductive system. (p. 516)

3. Describe the process of spermatogenesis. (p. 516)

4. Describe the roles, the male reproductive tract and accessory glands play in the maturation and transport of spermatozoa. (p. 522)

5. Describe the hormonal mechanisms that regulate male reproductive functions. (p. 522)

6. Describe the components of the female reproductive system. (p. 524)

7. Describe the process of oogenesis in the ovary. (p. 524)

8. Detail the physiological processes involved in the ovarian and menstrual cycles. (p. 531)

9. Discuss the physiology of sexual intercourse as it affects the reproductive systems of males and females. (p. 534)

10. Describe the changes in the reproductive system that occur with aging. (p. 535)

11. Explain how the reproductive system interacts with other body systems. (p. 535)

© 2000-2001 by Prentice-Hall, Inc. A Pearson Company Distance Learning at Prentice Hall Legal Notice