When you wake up and a large pimple greets you when you look into the mirror, this endocrine gland is to blame. (1 point)
• thymus gland
• reproductive gland
• thyroid gland
• pancreas
The thyroid gland is to blame for the large pimple.
During puberty, you may find yourself on a roller coaster, one minute you feel like crying and the next minute you are on top of the world. This could signify that you're suffering from a (1 point)
• hormonal imbalance.
• hormonal surge.
• hormonal shortage.
• hormonal discrepancy.
A hormonal imbalance could be the cause of the roller coaster of emotions during puberty.
The testes and sperm are located within the scrotum which is located on the outside of the male body to regulate a temperature adequate for sperm production. (1 point)
• True
• False
True.
A function of the female reproductive system is to provide a nourishing environment in which a fertilized ? can develop into an embryo. (1 point)
• ovary
• sperm
• egg
• uterus
The correct answer is:
• uterus
The function of the uterus in the female reproductive system is to provide a nourishing environment for the development of a fertilized egg into an embryo and eventually a fetus.
A couple enters the doctor's office and expresses concern that they are having difficulties becoming pregnant. The doctor may find that one or both individuals are suffering from (1 point)
• an ovarian cyst.
• testicular cancer
• endometriosis.
• infertility.
The correct answer is:
• infertility
Infertility is a condition that can be found in either one or both individuals in a couple who are having difficulty becoming pregnant. It can be caused by a variety of factors, including issues with ovulation, sperm quality or quantity, reproductive organ health, or other underlying medical conditions.
You can perform ? at home which can help to detect reproductive problems early and allow you to seek the
appropriate medical attention. (1 point)
• self-exams
• exercise
• sexual activity
• ovulation