Name two structures and their functions in female reproductive system
What will be an ideal response?
Ovaries: production of oocytes and hormones; uterine tubes: delivery of oocyte or embryo to uterus, site of fertilization; uterus: site of embryonic development and exchange between maternal and fetal bloodstream, shedding of lining during menstruation; vagina: site of sperm deposition, birth canal during delivery, passageway for fluids during menstruation; clitoris: contains erectile tissue for pleasurable sensations during sexual intercourse; labia: contains glands that lubricate entrance to vagina; mammary glands: milk production that nourishes newborn infant
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Which of the following is not a characteristic of the second-messenger mechanism of hormone action?
A) Hormone effects are amplified. B) G proteins and cAMP are used. C) Receptors are on the cell surface. D) Cellular operations are altered by direct stimulation of a gene. E) Kinases may phosphorylate proteins.
_______ removes phosphate groups
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
The muscles of the tongue are often referred to as the ________ muscles as this term is Greek for tongue.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Which chambers in the heart receive blood?
A. Ventricles B. Auricles C. Atria D. None of these are correct.