Hole's Human Anatomy & Physiology (Shier), 12th Edition

Chapter 22: Reproductive Systems

Learning Outcomes

22.1 Introduction
         1   State the general functions of the male and female reproductive systems.
         2   Outline the process of meiosis, and explain how it mixes up parental genes.
22.2 Organs of the Male Reproductive System
         3   Describe the function(s) of each part of the male reproductive system.
         4   Outline the process of spermatogenesis.
         5   Describe semen production and exit from the body.
         6   Describe the structure of the penis, and explain how its parts produce an erection.
22.3 Hormonal Control of Male Reproductive Functions
         7   Explain how hormones control the activities of the male reproductive organs and the development of male secondary sex characteristics.
22.4 Organs of the Female Reproductive System
         8   Describe the function(s) of each part of the female reproductive system.
         9   Outline the process of oogenesis.
22.5 Hormonal Control of Female Reproductive Functions
       10   Explain how hormones control the activities of the female reproductive organs and the development of female secondary sex characteristics.
       11   Describe the major events during a female reproductive cycle.
22.6 Mammary Glands
       12   Review the structure of the mammary glands.
22.7 Birth Control
       13   Describe several methods of birth control, including the relative effectiveness of each method.
22.8 Sexually Transmitted Infections
       14   List the general symptoms of sexually transmitted infections.