gamete production and fertilisation

Cards (5)

  • Sperm is the male gamete produced by the seminiferous tubules.
    • Testosterone is a hormone produced by the interstitial cells
    It promotes sperm production and activates the prostate gland and seminal vesicles.
  • The prostate glands and seminal vesicles secrete fluids that maintain the mobility and viability of the sperm.
  • The ovaries contain immature ova in various stages of development. Each ovum is surrounded by a follicle that protects the developing ovum and secretes hormones.
  • Mature ova are released into the oviduct where they may be fertilised by sperm to form a zygote.