{"id":5478,"date":"2016-11-26T02:13:58","date_gmt":"2016-11-26T02:13:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/courses.lumenlearning.com\/ap1x2-91\/?post_type=chapter&#038;p=5478"},"modified":"2017-05-11T15:00:19","modified_gmt":"2017-05-11T15:00:19","slug":"glossary-the-reproductive-system","status":"publish","type":"chapter","link":"https:\/\/courses.lumenlearning.com\/atd-herkimer-biologyofaging\/chapter\/glossary-the-reproductive-system\/","title":{"raw":"Glossary: The Reproductive System","rendered":"Glossary: The Reproductive System"},"content":{"raw":"<div class=\"bcc-box bcc-success\">\r\n<h3>Glossary<\/h3>\r\n<strong>alveoli\u00a0<\/strong>(of the breast) milk-secreting cells in the mammary gland\r\n\r\n<strong>ampulla\u00a0<\/strong>(of the uterine tube) middle portion of the uterine tube in which fertilization often occurs\r\n\r\n<strong>antrum\u00a0<\/strong>fluid-filled chamber that characterizes a mature tertiary (antral) follicle\r\n\r\n<strong>areola\u00a0<\/strong>highly pigmented, circular area surrounding the raised nipple and containing areolar glands that secrete fluid important for lubrication during suckling\r\n\r\n<strong>Bartholin\u2019s glands\u00a0<\/strong>(also, greater vestibular glands) glands that produce a thick mucus that maintains moisture in the vulva area; also referred to as the greater vestibular glands\r\n\r\n<strong>blood\u2013testis barrier <\/strong>tight junctions between Sertoli cells that prevent bloodborne pathogens from gaining access to later stages of spermatogenesis and prevent the potential for an autoimmune reaction to haploid sperm\r\n\r\n<strong>body of uterus\u00a0<\/strong>middle section of the uterus\r\n\r\n<strong>broad ligament\u00a0<\/strong>wide ligament that supports the uterus by attaching laterally to both sides of the uterus and pelvic wall\r\n<div>\r\n<div id=\"fs-id2365190\">\r\n\r\n<strong>bulbourethral glands <\/strong>(also, Cowper\u2019s glands) glands that secrete a lubricating mucus that cleans and lubricates the urethra prior to and during ejaculation\r\n\r\n<strong>cervix\u00a0<\/strong>elongate inferior end of the uterus where it connects to the vagina\r\n\r\n<strong>clitoris\u00a0<\/strong>(also, glans clitoris) nerve-rich area of the vulva that contributes to sexual sensation during intercourse\r\n\r\n<strong>corpus albicans\u00a0<\/strong>nonfunctional structure remaining in the ovarian stroma following structural and functional regression of the corpus luteum\r\n\r\n<strong>corpus cavernosum <\/strong>either of two columns of erectile tissue in the penis that fill with blood during an erection\r\n\r\n<strong>corpus luteum\u00a0<\/strong>transformed follicle after ovulation that secretes progesterone\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div id=\"fs-id2369396\">\r\n\r\n<strong>corpus spongiosum <\/strong>(plural = corpora cavernosa) column of erectile tissue in the penis that fills with blood during an erection and surrounds the penile urethra on the ventral portion of the penis\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div id=\"fs-id2801018\">\r\n\r\n<strong>ductus deferens <\/strong>(also, vas deferens) duct that transports sperm from the epididymis through the spermatic cord and into the ejaculatory duct; also referred as the vas deferens\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div id=\"fs-id2416368\">\r\n\r\n<strong>ejaculatory duct <\/strong>duct that connects the ampulla of the ductus deferens with the duct of the seminal vesicle at the prostatic urethra\r\n\r\n<strong>endometrium\u00a0<\/strong>inner lining of the uterus, part of which builds up during the secretory phase of the menstrual cycle and then sheds with menses\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div id=\"fs-id2255320\">\r\n\r\n<strong>epididymis <\/strong>(plural = epididymides) coiled tubular structure in which sperm start to mature and are stored until ejaculation\r\n\r\n<strong>fimbriae\u00a0<\/strong>fingerlike projections on the distal uterine tubes\r\n\r\n<strong>follicle\u00a0<\/strong>ovarian structure of one oocyte and surrounding granulosa (and later theca) cells\r\n\r\n<strong>folliculogenesis\u00a0<\/strong>development of ovarian follicles from primordial to tertiary under the stimulation of gonadotropins\r\n\r\n<strong>fundus\u00a0<\/strong>(of the uterus) domed portion of the uterus that is superior to the uterine tubes\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div id=\"fs-id2685605\">\r\n\r\n<strong>gamete <\/strong>haploid reproductive cell that contributes genetic material to form an offspring\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div id=\"fs-id2520313\">\r\n\r\n<strong>glans penis <\/strong>bulbous end of the penis that contains a large number of nerve endings\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div id=\"fs-id2361830\">\r\n\r\n<strong>gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) <\/strong>hormone released by the hypothalamus that regulates the production of follicle-stimulating hormone and luteinizing hormone from the pituitary gland\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div id=\"fs-id2459319\">\r\n\r\n<strong>gonads <\/strong>reproductive organs (testes in men and ovaries in women) that produce gametes and reproductive hormones\r\n\r\n<strong>granulosa cells\u00a0<\/strong>supportive cells in the ovarian follicle that produce estrogen\r\n\r\n<strong>hymen\u00a0<\/strong>membrane that covers part of the opening of the vagina\r\n\r\n<strong>infundibulum\u00a0<\/strong>(of the uterine tube) wide, distal portion of the uterine tube terminating in fimbriae\r\n\r\n<strong>inguinal canal <\/strong>opening in abdominal wall that connects the testes to the abdominal cavity\r\n\r\n<strong>isthmus\u00a0<\/strong>narrow, medial portion of the uterine tube that joins the uterus\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div id=\"fs-id2404637\">\r\n\r\n<strong>labia majora\u00a0<\/strong>hair-covered folds of skin located behind the mons pubis\r\n\r\n<strong>labia minora\u00a0<\/strong>thin, pigmented, hairless flaps of skin located medial and deep to the labia majora\r\n\r\n<strong>lactiferous ducts\u00a0<\/strong>ducts that connect the mammary glands to the nipple and allow for the transport of milk\r\n\r\n<strong>lactiferous sinus\u00a0<\/strong>area of milk collection between alveoli and lactiferous duct\r\n\r\n<strong>Leydig cells<\/strong> cells between the seminiferous tubules of the testes that produce testosterone; a type of interstitial cell\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div><\/div>\r\n<div>\r\n<div id=\"fs-id2463576\">\r\n\r\n<strong>mammary glands\u00a0<\/strong>glands inside the breast that secrete milk\r\n\r\n<strong>menarche\u00a0<\/strong>first menstruation in a pubertal female\r\n\r\n<strong>menses\u00a0<\/strong>shedding of the inner portion of the endometrium out though the vagina; also referred to as menstruation\r\n\r\n<strong>menses phase\u00a0<\/strong>phase of the menstrual cycle in which the endometrial lining is shed\r\n\r\n<strong>menstrual cycle\u00a0<\/strong>approximately 28-day cycle of changes in the uterus consisting of a menses phase, a proliferative phase, and a secretory phase\r\n\r\n<strong>mons pubis\u00a0<\/strong>mound of fatty tissue located at the front of the vulva\r\n\r\n<strong>M\u00fcllerian duct\u00a0<\/strong>duct system present in the embryo that will eventually form the internal female reproductive structures\r\n\r\n<strong>myometrium\u00a0<\/strong>smooth muscle layer of uterus that allows for uterine contractions during labor and expulsion of menstrual blood\r\n\r\n<strong>oocyte\u00a0<\/strong>cell that results from the division of the oogonium and undergoes meiosis I at the LH surge and meiosis II at fertilization to become a haploid ovum\r\n\r\n<strong>oogenesis\u00a0<\/strong>process by which oogonia divide by mitosis to primary oocytes, which undergo meiosis to produce the secondary oocyte and, upon fertilization, the ovum\r\n\r\n<strong>oogonia\u00a0<\/strong>ovarian stem cells that undergo mitosis during female fetal development to form primary oocytes\r\n\r\n<strong>ovarian cycle\u00a0<\/strong>approximately 28-day cycle of changes in the ovary consisting of a follicular phase and a luteal phase\r\n\r\n<strong>ovaries\u00a0<\/strong>female gonads that produce oocytes and sex steroid hormones (notably estrogen and progesterone)\r\n\r\n<strong>ovulation\u00a0<\/strong>release of a secondary oocyte and associated granulosa cells from an ovary\r\n\r\n<strong>ovum\u00a0<\/strong>haploid female gamete resulting from completion of meiosis II at fertilization\r\n\r\n<strong>penis<\/strong> male organ of copulation\r\n\r\n<strong>perimetrium\u00a0<\/strong>outer epithelial layer of uterine wall\r\n\r\n<strong>polar body\u00a0<\/strong>smaller cell produced during the process of meiosis in oogenesis\r\n\r\n<strong>prepuce<\/strong> (also, foreskin) flap of skin that forms a collar around, and thus protects and lubricates, the glans penis; also referred as the foreskin\r\n\r\n<strong>primary follicles\u00a0<\/strong>ovarian follicles with a primary oocyte and one layer of cuboidal granulosa cells\r\n\r\n<strong>primordial follicles\u00a0<\/strong>least developed ovarian follicles that consist of a single oocyte and a single layer of flat (squamous) granulosa cells\r\n\r\n<strong>proliferative phase\u00a0<\/strong>phase of the menstrual cycle in which the endometrium proliferates\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div id=\"fs-id1979925\">\r\n\r\n<strong>prostate gland<\/strong> doughnut-shaped gland at the base of the bladder surrounding the urethra and contributing fluid to semen during ejaculation\r\n\r\n<strong>puberty\u00a0<\/strong>life stage during which a male or female adolescent becomes anatomically and physiologically capable of reproduction\r\n\r\n<strong>rugae\u00a0<\/strong>(of the vagina) folds of skin in the vagina that allow it to stretch during intercourse and childbirth\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div id=\"fs-id2685172\">\r\n\r\n<strong>scrotum<\/strong> external pouch of skin and muscle that houses the testes\r\n\r\n<strong>secondary follicles\u00a0<\/strong>ovarian follicles with a primary oocyte and multiple layers of granulosa cells\r\n\r\n<strong>secondary sex characteristics\u00a0<\/strong>physical characteristics that are influenced by sex steroid hormones and have supporting roles in reproductive function\r\n\r\n<strong>secretory phase\u00a0<\/strong>phase of the menstrual cycle in which the endometrium secretes a nutrient-rich fluid in preparation for implantation of an embryo\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div id=\"fs-id2484399\">\r\n\r\n<strong>semen<\/strong> ejaculatory fluid composed of sperm and secretions from the seminal vesicles, prostate, and bulbourethral glands\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div id=\"fs-id2643069\">\r\n\r\n<strong>seminal vesicle<\/strong> gland that produces seminal fluid, which contributes to semen\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div id=\"fs-id1530377\">\r\n\r\n<strong>seminiferous tubules<\/strong> tube structures within the testes where spermatogenesis occurs\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div id=\"fs-id2715742\">\r\n\r\n<strong>Sertoli cells<\/strong> cells that support germ cells through the process of spermatogenesis; a type of sustentacular cell\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div id=\"fs-id1960146\">\r\n\r\n<strong>sperm<\/strong> (also, spermatozoon) male gamete\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div id=\"fs-id1587220\">\r\n\r\n<strong>spermatic cord<\/strong> bundle of nerves and blood vessels that supplies the testes; contains ductus deferens\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div id=\"fs-id1848688\">\r\n\r\n<strong>spermatid<\/strong> immature sperm cells produced by meiosis II of secondary spermatocytes\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div id=\"fs-id2186548\">\r\n\r\n<strong>spermatocyte<\/strong> cell that results from the division of spermatogonium and undergoes meiosis I and meiosis II to form spermatids\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div id=\"fs-id2632202\">\r\n\r\n<strong>spermatogenesis<\/strong> formation of new sperm, occurs in the seminiferous tubules of the testes\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div id=\"fs-id2107092\">\r\n\r\n<strong>spermatogonia<\/strong> (singular = spermatogonium) diploid precursor cells that become sperm\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div id=\"fs-id2471842\">\r\n\r\n<strong>spermiogenesis<\/strong> transformation of spermatids to spermatozoa during spermatogenesis\r\n\r\n<strong>suspensory ligaments\u00a0<\/strong>bands of connective tissue that suspend the breast onto the chest wall by attachment to the overlying dermis\r\n\r\n<strong>tertiary follicles\u00a0<\/strong>(also, antral follicles) ovarian follicles with a primary or secondary oocyte, multiple layers of granulosa cells, and a fully formed antrum\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div id=\"fs-id2695434\">\r\n\r\n<strong>testes<\/strong> (singular = testis) male gonads\r\n\r\n<strong>theca cells\u00a0<\/strong>estrogen-producing cells in a maturing ovarian follicle\r\n\r\n<strong>uterine tubes\u00a0<\/strong>(also, fallopian tubes or oviducts) ducts that facilitate transport of an ovulated oocyte to the uterus\r\n\r\n<strong>uterus\u00a0<\/strong>muscular hollow organ in which a fertilized egg develops into a fetus\r\n\r\n<strong>vagina\u00a0<\/strong>tunnel-like organ that provides access to the uterus for the insertion of semen and from the uterus for the birth of a baby\r\n\r\n<strong>vulva\u00a0<\/strong>external female genitalia\r\n\r\n<strong>Wolffian duct\u00a0<\/strong>duct system present in the embryo that will eventually form the internal male reproductive structures\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3><\/h3>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<\/div>","rendered":"<div class=\"bcc-box bcc-success\">\n<h3>Glossary<\/h3>\n<p><strong>alveoli\u00a0<\/strong>(of the breast) milk-secreting cells in the mammary gland<\/p>\n<p><strong>ampulla\u00a0<\/strong>(of the uterine tube) middle portion of the uterine tube in which fertilization often occurs<\/p>\n<p><strong>antrum\u00a0<\/strong>fluid-filled chamber that characterizes a mature tertiary (antral) follicle<\/p>\n<p><strong>areola\u00a0<\/strong>highly pigmented, circular area surrounding the raised nipple and containing areolar glands that secrete fluid important for lubrication during suckling<\/p>\n<p><strong>Bartholin\u2019s glands\u00a0<\/strong>(also, greater vestibular glands) glands that produce a thick mucus that maintains moisture in the vulva area; also referred to as the greater vestibular glands<\/p>\n<p><strong>blood\u2013testis barrier <\/strong>tight junctions between Sertoli cells that prevent bloodborne pathogens from gaining access to later stages of spermatogenesis and prevent the potential for an autoimmune reaction to haploid sperm<\/p>\n<p><strong>body of uterus\u00a0<\/strong>middle section of the uterus<\/p>\n<p><strong>broad ligament\u00a0<\/strong>wide ligament that supports the uterus by attaching laterally to both sides of the uterus and pelvic wall<\/p>\n<div>\n<div id=\"fs-id2365190\">\n<p><strong>bulbourethral glands <\/strong>(also, Cowper\u2019s glands) glands that secrete a lubricating mucus that cleans and lubricates the urethra prior to and during ejaculation<\/p>\n<p><strong>cervix\u00a0<\/strong>elongate inferior end of the uterus where it connects to the vagina<\/p>\n<p><strong>clitoris\u00a0<\/strong>(also, glans clitoris) nerve-rich area of the vulva that contributes to sexual sensation during intercourse<\/p>\n<p><strong>corpus albicans\u00a0<\/strong>nonfunctional structure remaining in the ovarian stroma following structural and functional regression of the corpus luteum<\/p>\n<p><strong>corpus cavernosum <\/strong>either of two columns of erectile tissue in the penis that fill with blood during an erection<\/p>\n<p><strong>corpus luteum\u00a0<\/strong>transformed follicle after ovulation that secretes progesterone<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"fs-id2369396\">\n<p><strong>corpus spongiosum <\/strong>(plural = corpora cavernosa) column of erectile tissue in the penis that fills with blood during an erection and surrounds the penile urethra on the ventral portion of the penis<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"fs-id2801018\">\n<p><strong>ductus deferens <\/strong>(also, vas deferens) duct that transports sperm from the epididymis through the spermatic cord and into the ejaculatory duct; also referred as the vas deferens<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"fs-id2416368\">\n<p><strong>ejaculatory duct <\/strong>duct that connects the ampulla of the ductus deferens with the duct of the seminal vesicle at the prostatic urethra<\/p>\n<p><strong>endometrium\u00a0<\/strong>inner lining of the uterus, part of which builds up during the secretory phase of the menstrual cycle and then sheds with menses<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"fs-id2255320\">\n<p><strong>epididymis <\/strong>(plural = epididymides) coiled tubular structure in which sperm start to mature and are stored until ejaculation<\/p>\n<p><strong>fimbriae\u00a0<\/strong>fingerlike projections on the distal uterine tubes<\/p>\n<p><strong>follicle\u00a0<\/strong>ovarian structure of one oocyte and surrounding granulosa (and later theca) cells<\/p>\n<p><strong>folliculogenesis\u00a0<\/strong>development of ovarian follicles from primordial to tertiary under the stimulation of gonadotropins<\/p>\n<p><strong>fundus\u00a0<\/strong>(of the uterus) domed portion of the uterus that is superior to the uterine tubes<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"fs-id2685605\">\n<p><strong>gamete <\/strong>haploid reproductive cell that contributes genetic material to form an offspring<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"fs-id2520313\">\n<p><strong>glans penis <\/strong>bulbous end of the penis that contains a large number of nerve endings<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"fs-id2361830\">\n<p><strong>gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) <\/strong>hormone released by the hypothalamus that regulates the production of follicle-stimulating hormone and luteinizing hormone from the pituitary gland<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"fs-id2459319\">\n<p><strong>gonads <\/strong>reproductive organs (testes in men and ovaries in women) that produce gametes and reproductive hormones<\/p>\n<p><strong>granulosa cells\u00a0<\/strong>supportive cells in the ovarian follicle that produce estrogen<\/p>\n<p><strong>hymen\u00a0<\/strong>membrane that covers part of the opening of the vagina<\/p>\n<p><strong>infundibulum\u00a0<\/strong>(of the uterine tube) wide, distal portion of the uterine tube terminating in fimbriae<\/p>\n<p><strong>inguinal canal <\/strong>opening in abdominal wall that connects the testes to the abdominal cavity<\/p>\n<p><strong>isthmus\u00a0<\/strong>narrow, medial portion of the uterine tube that joins the uterus<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"fs-id2404637\">\n<p><strong>labia majora\u00a0<\/strong>hair-covered folds of skin located behind the mons pubis<\/p>\n<p><strong>labia minora\u00a0<\/strong>thin, pigmented, hairless flaps of skin located medial and deep to the labia majora<\/p>\n<p><strong>lactiferous ducts\u00a0<\/strong>ducts that connect the mammary glands to the nipple and allow for the transport of milk<\/p>\n<p><strong>lactiferous sinus\u00a0<\/strong>area of milk collection between alveoli and lactiferous duct<\/p>\n<p><strong>Leydig cells<\/strong> cells between the seminiferous tubules of the testes that produce testosterone; a type of interstitial cell<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div>\n<div id=\"fs-id2463576\">\n<p><strong>mammary glands\u00a0<\/strong>glands inside the breast that secrete milk<\/p>\n<p><strong>menarche\u00a0<\/strong>first menstruation in a pubertal female<\/p>\n<p><strong>menses\u00a0<\/strong>shedding of the inner portion of the endometrium out though the vagina; also referred to as menstruation<\/p>\n<p><strong>menses phase\u00a0<\/strong>phase of the menstrual cycle in which the endometrial lining is shed<\/p>\n<p><strong>menstrual cycle\u00a0<\/strong>approximately 28-day cycle of changes in the uterus consisting of a menses phase, a proliferative phase, and a secretory phase<\/p>\n<p><strong>mons pubis\u00a0<\/strong>mound of fatty tissue located at the front of the vulva<\/p>\n<p><strong>M\u00fcllerian duct\u00a0<\/strong>duct system present in the embryo that will eventually form the internal female reproductive structures<\/p>\n<p><strong>myometrium\u00a0<\/strong>smooth muscle layer of uterus that allows for uterine contractions during labor and expulsion of menstrual blood<\/p>\n<p><strong>oocyte\u00a0<\/strong>cell that results from the division of the oogonium and undergoes meiosis I at the LH surge and meiosis II at fertilization to become a haploid ovum<\/p>\n<p><strong>oogenesis\u00a0<\/strong>process by which oogonia divide by mitosis to primary oocytes, which undergo meiosis to produce the secondary oocyte and, upon fertilization, the ovum<\/p>\n<p><strong>oogonia\u00a0<\/strong>ovarian stem cells that undergo mitosis during female fetal development to form primary oocytes<\/p>\n<p><strong>ovarian cycle\u00a0<\/strong>approximately 28-day cycle of changes in the ovary consisting of a follicular phase and a luteal phase<\/p>\n<p><strong>ovaries\u00a0<\/strong>female gonads that produce oocytes and sex steroid hormones (notably estrogen and progesterone)<\/p>\n<p><strong>ovulation\u00a0<\/strong>release of a secondary oocyte and associated granulosa cells from an ovary<\/p>\n<p><strong>ovum\u00a0<\/strong>haploid female gamete resulting from completion of meiosis II at fertilization<\/p>\n<p><strong>penis<\/strong> male organ of copulation<\/p>\n<p><strong>perimetrium\u00a0<\/strong>outer epithelial layer of uterine wall<\/p>\n<p><strong>polar body\u00a0<\/strong>smaller cell produced during the process of meiosis in oogenesis<\/p>\n<p><strong>prepuce<\/strong> (also, foreskin) flap of skin that forms a collar around, and thus protects and lubricates, the glans penis; also referred as the foreskin<\/p>\n<p><strong>primary follicles\u00a0<\/strong>ovarian follicles with a primary oocyte and one layer of cuboidal granulosa cells<\/p>\n<p><strong>primordial follicles\u00a0<\/strong>least developed ovarian follicles that consist of a single oocyte and a single layer of flat (squamous) granulosa cells<\/p>\n<p><strong>proliferative phase\u00a0<\/strong>phase of the menstrual cycle in which the endometrium proliferates<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"fs-id1979925\">\n<p><strong>prostate gland<\/strong> doughnut-shaped gland at the base of the bladder surrounding the urethra and contributing fluid to semen during ejaculation<\/p>\n<p><strong>puberty\u00a0<\/strong>life stage during which a male or female adolescent becomes anatomically and physiologically capable of reproduction<\/p>\n<p><strong>rugae\u00a0<\/strong>(of the vagina) folds of skin in the vagina that allow it to stretch during intercourse and childbirth<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"fs-id2685172\">\n<p><strong>scrotum<\/strong> external pouch of skin and muscle that houses the testes<\/p>\n<p><strong>secondary follicles\u00a0<\/strong>ovarian follicles with a primary oocyte and multiple layers of granulosa cells<\/p>\n<p><strong>secondary sex characteristics\u00a0<\/strong>physical characteristics that are influenced by sex steroid hormones and have supporting roles in reproductive function<\/p>\n<p><strong>secretory phase\u00a0<\/strong>phase of the menstrual cycle in which the endometrium secretes a nutrient-rich fluid in preparation for implantation of an embryo<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"fs-id2484399\">\n<p><strong>semen<\/strong> ejaculatory fluid composed of sperm and secretions from the seminal vesicles, prostate, and bulbourethral glands<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"fs-id2643069\">\n<p><strong>seminal vesicle<\/strong> gland that produces seminal fluid, which contributes to semen<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"fs-id1530377\">\n<p><strong>seminiferous tubules<\/strong> tube structures within the testes where spermatogenesis occurs<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"fs-id2715742\">\n<p><strong>Sertoli cells<\/strong> cells that support germ cells through the process of spermatogenesis; a type of sustentacular cell<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"fs-id1960146\">\n<p><strong>sperm<\/strong> (also, spermatozoon) male gamete<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"fs-id1587220\">\n<p><strong>spermatic cord<\/strong> bundle of nerves and blood vessels that supplies the testes; contains ductus deferens<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"fs-id1848688\">\n<p><strong>spermatid<\/strong> immature sperm cells produced by meiosis II of secondary spermatocytes<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"fs-id2186548\">\n<p><strong>spermatocyte<\/strong> cell that results from the division of spermatogonium and undergoes meiosis I and meiosis II to form spermatids<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"fs-id2632202\">\n<p><strong>spermatogenesis<\/strong> formation of new sperm, occurs in the seminiferous tubules of the testes<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"fs-id2107092\">\n<p><strong>spermatogonia<\/strong> (singular = spermatogonium) diploid precursor cells that become sperm<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"fs-id2471842\">\n<p><strong>spermiogenesis<\/strong> transformation of spermatids to spermatozoa during spermatogenesis<\/p>\n<p><strong>suspensory ligaments\u00a0<\/strong>bands of connective tissue that suspend the breast onto the chest wall by attachment to the overlying dermis<\/p>\n<p><strong>tertiary follicles\u00a0<\/strong>(also, antral follicles) ovarian follicles with a primary or secondary oocyte, multiple layers of granulosa cells, and a fully formed antrum<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"fs-id2695434\">\n<p><strong>testes<\/strong> (singular = testis) male gonads<\/p>\n<p><strong>theca cells\u00a0<\/strong>estrogen-producing cells in a maturing ovarian follicle<\/p>\n<p><strong>uterine tubes\u00a0<\/strong>(also, fallopian tubes or oviducts) ducts that facilitate transport of an ovulated oocyte to the uterus<\/p>\n<p><strong>uterus\u00a0<\/strong>muscular hollow organ in which a fertilized egg develops into a fetus<\/p>\n<p><strong>vagina\u00a0<\/strong>tunnel-like organ that provides access to the uterus for the insertion of semen and from the uterus for the birth of a baby<\/p>\n<p><strong>vulva\u00a0<\/strong>external 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