Lesson 2-Quarter 3: Reproductive System -enclosed and

protected by a
Function: loose fitting
O To ensure the survival of the species muscular sac called
scrotum
Major Function of Female Reproductive System
To ensure the success of the reproductive process 2. ducts
a. epididymis -
Specific Functions of Female Reproductive System stores developing
1. To manufacture eggs sperm
2. To receive the sperm cell b. vas deferens- is an expanded extension of the
3. To provide an environment conducive for fertilization epididymis
and implantation
4. To nourish the new organism before and after birth c. urethra-serves as the common passageway for urine
and sperm
Parts:
1. ovaries-are the sites 3. accessory glands
for egg cell production a. seminal vesicles-secrete a thick and clear fluid that
lubricates and nourishes the sperm
2. fallopian tube
-also known as b. Prostate gland
“oviducts” -secrete a milky and alkaline fluid that neutralizes the
-are the funnel-like acidity of the urethra
tube that function as
passageways for egg c. Cowper’s gland
cell from the ovary to -aka bulbourethral gland which secretes a lubricant into
the uterus the urethra for the movement of the sperm through it
-site of egg fertilization
4. penis- is an organ which conveys urine and transports
3. uterus-also known as the “womb” which is the actual semen
site for pregnancy where the fertilized egg develops

4. Cervix-is the narrow neck that opens into a thin-

walled canal called vagina

5. vagina-also known as the “birth canal” which is the

thin-walled but very strong muscular chamber
-accommodates the penis during copulation and serves
as repository of sperm

Major Functions of Male Reproductive System

1. Production and storage of sperm cells
2. Delivery of
sperm cells to
female
reproductive
organ

Parts:
1. testes
2. ducts
a. epididymis
b. vas deferens
c. urethra
3. accessory
glands
a. seminal
vesicles
b. prostate gland
c. Cowper’s gland
4. penis

1. testes - are the organs that produce sperm cells