Question 1

Which of the following is not properly paired?

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A)   seminiferous tubule-cervix
B)   Sertoli cells-follicle cells
C)   testosterone-estradiol
D)   scrotum-labia majora
E)   vas deferens-oviductF) A) and B)
G) B) and E)

Question 2

An inactivating mutation in the progesterone receptor gene would likely result in

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A)   the absence of secondary sex characteristics.
B)   the absence of pituitary gonadotropin hormones.
C)   the inability of the uterus to support pregnancy.
D)   enlarged and hyperactive uterine endometrium.
E)   the absence of mammary gland development.F) None of the above
G) B) and E)

Question 3

Fertilization normally

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A)   reinstates diploidy.
B)   follows gastrulation.
C)   is required for parthenogenesis.
D)   merges two diploid cells into one haploid cell.
E)   precedes ovulation.F) C) and E)
G) B) and D)

Question 4

At the end of a nonpregnant ovarian cycle, the breakdown and discharge of the soft uterine tissues is called

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A)   menstruation.
B)   lactation.
C)   fertilization.
D)   menopause.
E)   ovulation.F) B) and D)
G) B) and E)

Question 5

Refer to the following figure, which diagrams the reproductive anatomy of the human female, to answer the following questions.
  Figure 36.1
-In Figure 36.1, which letter points to the cervix?

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A)   A
B)   B
C)   C
D)   D
E)   EF) B) and C)
G) A) and D)

Question 6

The formation of the fertilization membrane requires an increase in the availability of

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A)   bicarbonate ions.
B)   calcium ions.
C)   hydrogen ions.
D)   potassium ions.
E)   sodium ions.F) C) and D)
G) A) and B)

Question 7

The first cavity formed during sea urchin development is the

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A)   blastopore.
B)   mouth.
C)   blastocoel.
D)   anus.E) None of the above
F) A) and C)

Question 8

Among these contraception methods, the highest risk of accidental pregnancy accompanies

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A)   the use of a diaphragm.
B)   the use of a condom.
C)   the practice of coitus interruptus.
D)   a verified vasectomy.
E)   the practice of the "rhythm method."F) B) and D)
G) A) and E)

Question 9

During human gestation, rudiments of all organs develop

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A)   in the first trimester.
B)   in the second trimester.
C)   in the third trimester.
D)   while the embryo is in the oviduct.
E)   during the blastocyst stage.F) C) and D)
G) D) and E)

Question 10

Like many other fishes, bluehead wrasses utilize harem mating as they reproduce sexually. However, unlike most fishes

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A)   they are simultaneous hermaphrodites.
B)   they function without any signaling by steroid hormones.
C)   they undergo a prolonged diapause during low tide.
D)   their offspring can be either haploid or diploid.
E)   large females morph into reproductively competent males.F) B) and C)
G) B) and E)

Question 11

The surgical removal of the seminal vesicles would likely

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A)   cause sterility because sperm would not be produced.
B)   cause sterility because sperm would not be able to exit the body.
C)   greatly reduce the volume of semen.
D)   enhance the fertilization potency of sperm in the uterus.
E)   cause the testes to migrate back into the abdominal cavity.F) A) and E)
G) All of the above

Question 12

Fertilization of human eggs usually takes place in the

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A)   ovary.
B)   uterus.
C)   vagina.
D)   oviduct.
E)   cervix.F) A) and B)
G) B) and C)

Question 13

Refer to Figure 36.2, which diagrams the reproductive anatomy of the human male, to answer the following questions.
  Figure 36.2
-In Figure 36.2, which letter points to the vas deferens?

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A)   A
B)   B
C)   C
D)   D
E)   EF) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

Question 14

External chemical signals that coordinate potential reproductive partners are called

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A)   hormones.
B)   pheromones.
C)   paracrine signals.
D)   cytokines.
E)   gametes.F) A) and D)
G) A) and B)

Question 15

In correct chronological order, the three phases of the human uterine cycle are

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A)   menstrual → ovulation → luteal.
B)   follicular → luteal → secretory.
C)   menstrual → proliferative → secretory.
D)   follicular → ovulation → luteal.
E)   proliferative → luteal → ovulation.F) A) and B)
G) C) and D)

Question 16

An oocyte released from a human ovary enters the oviduct as a result of

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A)   the beating action of the flagellum on the oocyte.
B)   the force of the follicular ejection directing the oocyte into the oviduct.
C)   the wavelike beating of cilia lining the oviduct.
D)   movement of the oocyte through the pulsating uterus into the oviduct.
E)   peristaltic contraction of ovarian muscles.F) A) and C)
G) B) and E)

Question 17

For lactation to take place, the synthesis of breast milk and its release from the mammary gland, respectively, are caused by

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A)   testosterone and dihydrotestosterone.
B)   estrogen and progesterone.
C)   cortisol and testosterone.
D)   prolactin and oxytocin.
E)   luteinizing hormone and follicle-stimulating hormone.F) None of the above
G) A) and E)

Question 18

At the time of fertilization, the complete maturation of each oogonium has resulted in

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A)   one secondary oocyte.
B)   two primary oocytes.
C)   four secondary oocytes.
D)   four primary oocytes.
E)   four zygotes.F) A) and B)
G) B) and C)

Question 19

A human zygote undergoes its first cell division

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A)   5 seconds after fertilization.
B)   30 minutes after fertilization.
C)   90 minutes after fertilization.
D)   4 hours after fertilization.
E)   24 hours after fertilization.F) A) and C)
G) C) and E)

Question 20

Asexual reproduction results in greater reproductive success than does sexual reproduction when

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A)   pathogens are rapidly diversifying.
B)   a species has accumulated numerous deleterious mutations.
C)   there is some potential for rapid overpopulation.
D)   a species is expanding into diverse geographic settings.
E)   a species is in stable and favorable environments.F) All of the above
G) A) and B)

Exam 36: Reproduction and Development

Which of the following is not properly paired?

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An oocyte released from a human ovary enters the oviduct as a result of

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During human gestation, rudiments of all organs develop

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External chemical signals that coordinate potential reproductive partners are called

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Among these contraception methods, the highest risk of accidental pregnancy accompanies

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The first cavity formed during sea urchin development is the

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Fertilization normally

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An inactivating mutation in the progesterone receptor gene would likely result in

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The surgical removal of the seminal vesicles would likely

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Like many other fishes, bluehead wrasses utilize harem mating as they reproduce sexually. However, unlike most fishes

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The formation of the fertilization membrane requires an increase in the availability of

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Asexual reproduction results in greater reproductive success than does sexual reproduction when

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For lactation to take place, the synthesis of breast milk and its release from the mammary gland, respectively, are caused by

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Fertilization of human eggs usually takes place in the

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At the end of a nonpregnant ovarian cycle, the breakdown and discharge of the soft uterine tissues is called

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A human zygote undergoes its first cell division

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In correct chronological order, the three phases of the human uterine cycle are

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At the time of fertilization, the complete maturation of each oogonium has resulted in

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Refer to the following figure, which diagrams the reproductive anatomy of the human female, to answer the following questions. Figure 36.1 -In Figure 36.1, which letter points to the cervix?

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Refer to Figure 36.2, which diagrams the reproductive anatomy of the human male, to answer the following questions. Figure 36.2 -In Figure 36.2, which letter points to the vas deferens?

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