Question

The diagram alongside represents two reproductive cells A and B. Study the same and then answer the questions that follow: [5 MARKS]
(a) Identify the reproductive cells A and B.
(b) Name the specific part of the reproductive system where the above cells are produced.
(c) Where in the female reproductive system do these cells unite?
(d) Name the main hormones secreted by the (1) ovary (2) testes.
(e) Name an accessory gland found in the male reproductive system and state the function of its secretion.

Answer 1

Each Part: 1 Mark

(a) A - egg (female gamete)
B - sperm (male gamete)

(b) Egg is produced in ovary and sperm is produced in testes.

(c) The egg and sperm unite in the fallopian tube.

(d) Ovary produces oestrogen and progestrone while testis produces testosterone.

(e) Prostrate gland
It pours an alkaline secretion into the semen as it passes through the urethra which neutralizes the acid in female's vagina.