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Animal Reproduction Quiz Key
Jason Gehrke
3025A, 3025M, 3025N
Label the missing parts in the diagram below using these words
(cervix, oviducts, ovaries, uterus, vagina, and vulva)
Explain the importance of following parts in the reproductive systems?
Females
Ovaries produce eggs that contain ½ of the genetic makeup.
Oviducts are the site of fertilization and transport embryos to uterus.
Uterus is the site of embryonic development during gestation.
Cervix connects the uterus and vagina and serves as a barrier during
pregnancy
Males
Testicles are the site for sperm production and testosterone synthesis.
Epididymis is used for sperm storage and maturation.
Scrotum protects testes and regulates temperature.
Give the gestation length and the proper name of parturition for each animal.
Gestation Length
Partition Names in Species
Cattle:
285 Days
Cattle:
Calving
Sheep:
147 Days
Sheep:
Lambing
Swine:
114 Days
Swine:
Farrowing
Horses:
336 Days
Horses:
Foaling