5.1.1 Reproductive Anatomy Definitions:
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.
