AnswersGV 2018 - P.E. Health Science Concepts - PE361Common Diseases and Disorders of the Reproductive System

Common Diseases and Disorders of the Reproductive System — Unit test Answers

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weight gain
B
Braxton-Hicks contractions
b
breast enlargement
b
back pain
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Which list describes the path traveled by sperm from inside the body to the external environment?

A
vas deferens epididymis urethra sperm ducts out of the body
Option A
B
urethra sperm ducts epididymis vas deferens out of the body
Option B
C
epididymis vas deferens sperm ducts urethra out of the body
Option C
D
sperm ducts epididymis vas deferens urethra out of the body
Option D
4

Which statement is true regarding the way in which sex chromosomes are passed on to offspring?

A
Females can pass only Y chromosomes to their offspring.
B
Females can pass either an X or a Y chromosome to their offspring.
C
Males can pass either an X or a Y chromosome to their offspring.
D
Males can pass only Y chromosomes to their offspring.
5

Eating healthy foods, exercising, and maintaining a healthy weight can reduce the risk(s) of

A
erectile dysfunction and STIs.
B
cancer and STIs.
C
erectile dysfunction and HPV.
D
cancer and erectile dysfunction.
6

When does a fetus gain the most weight?

A
during the second trimester
B
during the third trimester
C
at conception
D
at the end of the first trimester
7

Which explains why only one set of DNA combines with an ovum when there are millions of sperm ejaculated?

A
Multiple sets of DNA enter the ovum.
B
The ovum dissolves so only one set of DNA is present.
C
Only one sperm cell makes it to the ovum.
D
The ovum only accepts one sperm cell and blocks the rest.
8

What is the function of the epididymis?

A
storing sperm
B
secreting lubricating liquid
C
carrying urine out of the body
D
releasing androgens
9

What are two main functions of the female reproductive system in the order in which they occur in the female life cycle?

A
pregnancy and oogenesis
B
oogenesis and pregnancy
C
spermatogenesis and impotence
D
impotence and spermatogenesis
10

Which is an internal male reproductive structure?

A
vas deferens
B
testicles
C
penis
D
scrotum
11

The main responsibility of the reproductive system is

A
the creation of new life.
B
the development of secondary sex characteristics.
C
the development of the later life stages.
D
the creation of new organs.
12

Ryan is a 13-year-old male who has just entered puberty. Which change can Ryan expect during this stage of his life?

A
a thinning of body hair
B
an increase in high-risk behaviors
C
a more restful sleep pattern
D
a decrease in vocal ability
13

Why does estrogen most likely need to increase blood flow in a pregnant woman’s body?

A
so blood can be better filtered
B
so she can be warmer
C
so she can feel calmer
D
so blood can reach the fetus
14

Which describes a mature sperm in terms of the number of chromosomes it contributes during reproduction?

A
diploid with 46 chromosomes
B
haploid with 46 chromosomes
C
diploid with 23 chromosomes
D
haploid with 23 chromosomes
15

The diagram compares the characteristics of male and female gametes. GametesWhich item can be placed in the section labeled “Z”?

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A
have 23 chromosomes
B
are not motile
C
determine offspring’s sex
D
are produced throughout life
16

While in health class, Marissa writes that the main function of the male reproductive system is to produce and transport ova for reproduction. Which explains Marissa’s mistake?

A
The main function of the male reproductive system is to develop secondary sex characteristics.
B
The male reproductive system only produces ova and does not transport them.
C
The male reproductive system produces and transports sperm, not ova.
D
The main function of the male reproductive system is to develop hormones.
17

Which correctly lists the weeks associated with each trimester?

A
first trimester (weeks 1–12); second trimester (weeks 13–26); third trimester (weeks 27–40)
B
first trimester (weeks 27–40); second trimester (weeks 13–26); third trimester (weeks 1–12)
C
first trimester (weeks 1–3); second trimester (weeks 4–6); third trimester (weeks 7-9)
D
first trimester (weeks 7–9); second trimester (weeks 4–6); third trimester (weeks 1–3)
19

What occurs when gametes fuse during sexual reproduction?

A
puberty
B
secondary sex characterization
C
asexual reproduction
D
fertilization
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Which reproductive disease or disorder would most likely be prevented with a vaccine?

A
undescended testicle
B
herpes
C
endometriosis
D
polycystic ovary syndrome

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