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1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

27. The Reproductive System

Anatomy of the Female Reproductive System

Anatomy & Physiology

27. The Reproductive System

Anatomy of the Female Reproductive System

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Problem 12

Textbook Question

Which of the following hormones is/are not produced by the ovaries?
a. Relaxin
b. Inhibin
c. Estrogens
d. Oxytocin
e. Progesterone

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Step 1: Understand the question. The problem is asking which hormone(s) listed are NOT produced by the ovaries. To solve this, we need to identify the hormones that are produced by the ovaries and compare them to the options provided.

Step 2: Recall the primary hormones produced by the ovaries. The ovaries are responsible for producing hormones such as estrogens (e.g., estradiol), progesterone, inhibin, and relaxin. These hormones play key roles in the female reproductive system, including regulating the menstrual cycle and supporting pregnancy.

Step 3: Analyze the options provided. Compare each hormone in the list (relaxin, inhibin, estrogens, oxytocin, and progesterone) to the hormones known to be produced by the ovaries.

Step 4: Identify the hormone(s) that are NOT produced by the ovaries. Oxytocin, for example, is a hormone produced by the hypothalamus and stored/released by the posterior pituitary gland, not the ovaries.

Step 5: Conclude which hormone(s) do not belong to the group of ovarian-produced hormones based on the analysis in Step 4. This will help you determine the correct answer to the question.

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Key Concepts

Here are the essential concepts you must grasp in order to answer the question correctly.

Ovarian Hormones

The ovaries are responsible for producing several key hormones that regulate female reproductive functions. These include estrogens, progesterone, and inhibin, which play crucial roles in the menstrual cycle, pregnancy, and overall reproductive health.

Relaxin

Relaxin is a hormone primarily produced by the placenta during pregnancy and by the corpus luteum in the ovaries. Its main function is to relax the uterine muscles and prepare the body for childbirth, but it is not exclusively produced by the ovaries.

Oxytocin

Oxytocin is a hormone produced by the hypothalamus and released by the posterior pituitary gland. It is involved in childbirth and lactation, but it is not produced by the ovaries, making it distinct from the hormones typically associated with ovarian function.

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Which of the following areas in the female reproductive tract is the site of fertilization?

a. Uterus

b. Ampulla of the uterine tube

c. Vagina

d. Cervix of the uterus

e. Any of these areas are possible sites of fertilization

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The corpus luteum is formed at the site of:

a. Fertilization

b. Ovulation

c. Menstruation

d. Implantation

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The pH of the adult female vagina is normally __________.

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Which of the following is correct relative to female anatomy?

a. The vaginal orifice is the most dorsal of the three openings in the perineum.

b. The urethra is between the vaginal orifice and the anus.

c. The anus is between the vaginal orifice and the urethra.

d. The urethra is the more ventral of the two orifices in the vulva.

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Name the structures of the female duct system, and describe the important functions of each.

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Given that the uterine tubes are not continuous with the ovaries, how can you explain the fact that not all ovulated 'eggs' end up in the female's peritoneal cavity?

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Textbook Question

More than one choice may apply.

The outer layer of the blastocyst, which attaches to the uterine wall, is the

a. Yolk sac

b. Inner cell mass

c. Amnion

d. Trophoblast

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