STD 8-REPRODUCTION IN HUMANS

ASSIGNMENT I – ACTIVITY – 30/8/2022

ASSIGNMENT II- DIFFERENTIATE BETWEEN – 1/9/22

A. EXTERNAL AND INTERNAL FERTILIZATION

EXTERNAL FERTILIZATION INTERNAL FERTILIZATION
The fusion of sex cells outside the body of the female is The fusion of sex cells inside the body of the female is
external fertilization. internal fertilization.
It occurs in fishes and frogs. It occurs in mammals, birds and reptiles.

B. TESTES AND OVARY

TESTES
The primary reproductive organ in males that produces
the male reproductive cells called sperms and the male
sex hormone testosterone is testes.
OVARY
The primary reproductive organ in females that produces
the female reproductive cells called ovum and the
female sex hormone progesterone and oestrogen is
ovary

ASSIGNMENT III- DIAGRAM BASED QUESTION I – 6/9/22

Q1. What is shown in the diagram?

A1. The organs of the male reproductive system is shown in the diagram.
Q2. Label 1 to 4.
A2. 1- sperm duct, 2- Testes, 3- scrotal sac , 4- penis
Q3. With reference to the diagram, answer:
1. The part through which urine passes- urethra
2. The sac-like structure outside the abdomen- scrotal sac
3. The organ through which sperms are discharged- penis.
Q4. What is semen?
A4. The mixture of sperms and secretions from the accessory glands is called semen.
ASSIGNMENT IV. DIAGRAM BASED QUESTION II -9/9/22

Q1. What is shown in the diagram?

A1. The organs of the female reproductive system is shown in the diagram.
Q2. Label 1 to 4.
A2. 1- ovaries, 2- uterus, 3- oviduct , 4- vagina
Q3. Give the function of:
Part 1- produce eggs or ovum.
Q4. State the function part 4.
A4. Vagina receives the sperms. It also serves as the birth canal through which the mature baby is
delivered.

ASSIGNMENT V- HOTS -10/9/22

The diversity in animals is what adds beauty to the earth. You must have noticed the various differences in the external features
of different sexes in animals. Think and answer.
Q1. Can you name this phenomenon.
A1. This phenomenon is sexual dimorphism

Q2. Do humans exhibit it?

A2. Yes, it is observed in humans.

Q3. Name any other animal in which this process is exhibited. Also mention the differences in the features of the two genders.
A3. It is also exhibited in Peafowls. The males have colourful plumes or feathers while the females are dull coloured.