How is the entry of only one sperm and not many ensured into an

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111.

Write the function of each one of the following:

(a) (Oviducal) Fimbriae

(b) Coleoptile

(c) Oxytocin
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112.

The following is the illustration of the sequence of ovarian events (a to i) in a human female.



i) Identify the figure that illustrates ovulation and mention the stage of oogenesis it represents.

(ii) Name the ovarian hormone and the pituitary hormone that have caused the above mentioned event.

(iii) Explain the changes that occur in the uterus simultaneously in anticipation.

(iv) Write the difference between c and h.

(v) Draw a labeled sketch of the structure of a human ovum prior to fertilization.

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113.

How does the megaspore mother cell develop into 7-celled, 8 nucleate embryo sac in an angiosperm? Draw a labeled diagram of a mature embryo sac.

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114.

(a) Draw a labelled diagram of the human female reproductive system. 

(b) Enumerate the events in the ovary of a human female during: 

(i) Follicular phase

(ii) Luteal phase of menstrual cycle

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115.

(a) Write the specific location and the functions of the following cells in human males:

(i) Leydig cells

(ii) Sertoli cells

(iii) Primary spermatocyte

(b) Explain the role of any two accessory glands in human male reproductive system.

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116. Describe the roles of pituitary and ovarian hormones during the menstrual cycle in a human female.
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117.

Why are the human testes located outside the abdominal cavity? Name the pouch in which they are present.

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118.

(a) Where does fertilization occur in human ? Explain the events that occur during this process.

(b) A couple where both husband and wife are producing functional gametes, but the wife is still unable to conceive, is seeking medical aid. Describe any one method that you can suggest to this couple to become happy parents.
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119.

How is the entry of only one sperm and not many ensured into an ovum during fertilisation in humans? 


During fertilisation, a sperm comes in contact with the zona pellucida layer of the ovum and with the help of acrosomal secretions induces changes in the membrane that block the entry of additional sperms. Thus, it ensures that only one sperm can fertilise an ovum

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120.

Where is acrosome present in humans? Write its function

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