| Term | Definition |
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Cervix |
Entrance to the uterus. |
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Clitoris |
Female erectile tissue between the labia. |
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Egg Cells |
Cells produced in the ovaries. |
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Ejaculation |
When the semen leaves the penis. |
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Embryo |
First two months of development in the uterus. |
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Epididymis |
Carries sperm to vas deferens. |
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Erection |
When the penis becomes engorged with blood and hard. |
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Estrogen |
A hormone produced in the ovaries. |
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Fallopian Tubes |
Where fertilization takes place. |
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Fertilization |
Sperm cell joins egg cell. |
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Fetus |
Last seven months of prenatal development. |
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Labia |
Folds of skin outside of the vagina. |
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Ovaries |
Glands that produce the eggs cells and hormones. |
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Placenta |
Organ that nourishes the fetus. |
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Prostate Gland |
Adds a chemical fluid to the semen. |
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Puberty |
Begins at about age 12 or 13. |
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Scrotum |
Sac that regulates the temperature of the testes. |
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Semen |
Fluid ejaculated from the penis. |
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Seminal Vesicles |
Adds a sugary fluid to semen. |
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Sperm Cells |
Cells produced in the testes. |
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Testes |
Organ that produces sperm. |
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Testosterone |
Male hormone. |
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Urethra |
Brings urine and semen out of body through the penis. |
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Uterus |
Houses the fetus during pregnancy. |
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Vagina |
Female organ of intercourse; birth canal |
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Vas Deferens |
Tube that carries sperm from testes. |