Biology 30
Male and Female Reproductive Systems
Information
Major Text: McGraw-Hill Ryerson Inquiry into Biology, Chapter 14
Lab Exercises: - Microscopic View of Testes
- Ovaries and the Menstrual Cycle
Evaluation:
A test is to be written at the end of units 4-6. It will cover all of the objectives for this topic. You must have your lab write-ups approved by a Biology teacher in order to get test permission.
Introduction: One characteristic of all living things is the ability to reproduce. Some organisms reproduce asexually but humans, and all other advanced animals reproduce sexually. From an evolutionary standpoint this is a great advantage in that sexual reproduction ensures variation in the species. In these units you will learn about the male and female structures involved in producing gametes, (sperm and eggs) which are necessary for sexual reproduction.
Objectives: When you have completed the learning activities for these units you will be expected to:
1. Differentiate between primary and secondary sex characteristics. (On page 478)
2. Name the male and female sex hormones and identify their roles as well as their sites of production.(On page 478)
3. Label diagrams of the male and female reproductive systems. (On pages 479 and 482)
4. Describe the functions of each part of the male reproductive system. (On pages 478- 481)
5. Identify the components of semen and the origin of each of these. (On page 481)
6. Differentiate between an ovum (egg cell) and a follicle. (On page 482)
7. Describe the functions of each part of the female reproductive system. (On pages 481- 484)
8. Define STI and list several viral and bacterial STIs. (On pages 486-490)
9. Diagram the feedback loop that regulates spermatogenesis. (On pages 492-494)
10. Identify some factors that can lead to andropause. (On page 495)
11. Diagram the feedback loop that regulates the menstrual cycle in females. (On page 496)
12. Differentiate between the ovarian cycle and the uterine cycle. (On pages 495-498)
13. Describe the major events that take place during the follicular phase, the luteal phase, and the menstrual (flow) phase. (On pages 496-497)
14. Identify the function of the corpus luteum and its role in the menstrual cycle. (On pages 496-497)
15. Describe the functions of the male and female sex hormones and identify the tropic hormones. (On pages 492-499)
16. Identify the factors leading to menopause and list some treatment options. (On page 498)
17. Compare the processes of spermatogenesis and oogenesis. (On pages 569-570)
18. Conduct a lab activity that involves the microscopic examination of testicular tissue. Identify structures inside the testes and describe their roles. Please note that any concepts from the lab activity is fair game for the test.
19. Conduct a lab activity that involves the microscopic examination of ovarian tissue. Identify structures inside the ovary and describe the role they play in the menstrual cycle. Please note that any concepts form the lab activity is fair game for the test.
Learning Activities: When doing the readings for this unit, take notes as you see fit. Pay close attention to bold terms and diagrams. It is recommended that you do some of the practice questions after each section in order to test your understanding of the material. The answers to all textbook questions can be found on D2L.
1. You are responsible for the information presented in chapter 14 of the textbook (476-502), as well as pages 569-570. Please note that material from these 2 pages (569-570) are covered on the test and you are responsible for it even though they are found in a different chapter.
2. Do as many of the review questions in the textbook as you find necessary to master the material. The following questions should definitely be considered: page 485 1-8, page 491 1-6a, page 502 2-8. The chapter 14 review (pages 504-505) is also helpful. All the answers to the text questions are found on D2L.
The answers to all text questions can be found here: Text Answers for Reproduction
3. Vocabulary check: Be able to define the following terms:
primary sex characteristics secondary sex characteristics seminiferous tubules Sertoli cells
epididymis vas deferens seminal vesicles prostate gland Cowper’s gland semen
ejaculation follicles uterus oviduct endometrium cervix menstruation vulva
STI (STD) HIV genital herpes human papilloma virus (HPV) chlamydia
pelvic inflammatory disease gonorrhea syphilis androgen GNRH FSH LH
ICSH inhibin testosterone estrogen progesterone andropause corpus luteum
corpus albicans gonads menopause hormone replacement
4. Perform the following lab activities: Microscopic View of Testes, Ovaries and the Menstrual Cycle.
Link to labs: Labs for Reproduction
5. Attend the optional seminars for this topic. The schedule can be found on the white board in the science resource centre. The seminar schedule is also posted on D2L. Left-over seminar handouts may be available in the science resource centre.
Reproduction Seminar presentations: Seminar Presentations for Reproduction
6. If you can’t make the seminar you have another review option. Each topic on D2L has video seminar clips that you can review on your own time. As well, check out the Khan Academy videos and Crash Course videos related to this topic. Links to these are found below. Please note that these videos are not made specifically for Bio 30 in Alberta so in some cases there is more or less information than you need for this course, but they are very helpful for understanding the topic.
The links can be found here: Reproductive system links
7. Complete the self-test that follows in this learning guide.
Self-Test Link: Reproduction Self-Test
Evaluation: After completing all of the above exercises, have your lab write-ups approved by a biology teacher and get test permission. Go to the testing centre to write the exam for male and female reproductive systems.
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