Vagina: A muscular canal that connects the external genitals to the cervix.
Cervix: The lower, narrow portion of the uterus that connects to the vagina.
Uterus: The hollow, pear-shaped organ where fetal development occurs during pregnancy.
Clitoris: A highly sensitive organ located near the opening of the vagina, involved in sexual arousal.
Ovaries: Two almond-shaped organs in the female reproductive system that produce eggs and hormones, located on either side of the uterus.
Fallopian Tubes: Tubular structures that transport eggs from the ovaries to the uterus and serve as the site of fertilization.
Testes: Male reproductive organs responsible for producing sperm and testosterone.
Prostate Gland: A gland in males that produces seminal fluid, which nourishes and transports sperm.
Seminal Vesicles: Glands that secrete fluid that mixes with sperm to form semen.
Ejaculatory Duct: Ducts that carry semen from the seminal vesicles to the urethra during ejaculation.
Hormones: Estrogen and testosterone are regulated by a combination of hormones, including follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH), released by the pituitary gland and gonads.
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