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The figure given alongside represents the female reproductive system of a mammal.


(a) Name the parts labeled A – D.


(b) What will happen if the part B on both sides gets blocked?

(a) A – Muscular wall of uterus,


B – Oviduct,


C – Ovary,


D – Cervix


(b) If part B will get blocked, ovum released from the ovary will not get fertilized by the sperm and hence pregnancy will be prevented.


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The diagram below represents two reproductive cells A and B. Study the same and then answer the questions that follow:


(a) Identify the reproductive cells A and B.


(b) Name the specific part of the reproductive system where the above cells are produced.


(c) Where in the female reproductive system do these cells unite?


(d) Name the main hormones secreted by the


(e) Name an accessory gland found in the male reproductive system and state the function of its secretion.

 2

The diagram given alongside is that of a developing human foetus in the womb. Study the same and answer the questions that follow:


(a) Name the parts ‘1’ to ‘5’ indicated by guidelines.


(b) What term is given to the period of development of the foetus in the womb?


(c) How many days does the foetus take to be fully developed?


(d) Mention two functions of the parts labeled ‘2’ other than its endocrine function.


(e) Name any one hormone produced by the part labeled ‘2’.

 3

Given below is a portion of the diagram to show the diagrammatic highly magnified view of a single human sperm. Complete the diagram to show its normal structure.

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Given below is the outline of the male reproductive system. Name the parts labeled 1 to 5