The female reproductive system is designed to produce ova (eggs), facilitate fertilization, and support the development and birth of a fetus. It consists of both internal and external structures that play critical roles in these processes. The primary components of the female reproductive system are the ovaries, fallopian tubes, uterus, cervix, vagina, and external genitalia. […]
Pregnancy is a biological process in which a woman’s body nurtures the development of one or more offspring within the uterus. It is initiated by the fertilization of an egg by sperm, leading to the formation of a zygote, which undergoes successive stages of development. Key Stages of Pregnancy 1.Fertilization Fertilization typically occurs in the […]
Oogenesis is the biological process in females that involves the development and maturation of germ cells, known as oocytes or eggs, within the ovaries. It is a crucial component of the female reproductive system, contributing to the production of viable eggs capable of fertilization. 1. Biological Process in Females 1. Oogenesis is a biological process […]
Gonads are reproductive organs that play a central role in the development of sexual characteristics and the production of reproductive cells (gametes). In males, the gonads are the testes, and in females, they are the ovaries. Hormones Produced by Gonads • Male Gonads (Testes): 1.Testosterone: The primary male sex hormone responsible for developing male reproductive […]
