The creation of new individuals whose genes all come from one parent without the fusion of egg and sperm
Sexual Reproduction
The creation of offspring by the fusion of haploid gametes to form a zygote, which is diploid
Asexual Reproduction
Enables animals living in isolation to produce offspring without locating mates
Can create numerous offspring in a short amount of time
Sexual Reproduction
Increases genetic variability
May enhance the reproductive success of parents when environmental factors change relatively rapidly
Mechanisms of Asexual Reproduction
Fission
Budding
Fragmentation
Regeneration
Types of Fertilization
Internal Fertilization
External Fertilization
Internal Fertilization
The male generally delivers sperm cells directly into the body of the female. Her moist tissues provide the watery medium required for movement of sperm.
External Fertilization
Mating partners usually release eggs and sperm into the water simultaneously.
Some Reproductive Variations
Metagenesis
Parthenogenesis
Hermaphroditism
Metagenesis
Also known as 'transformation development', refers to an alternation of asexual and sexual generations.
Parthenogenesis
Also known as 'virgin development', is a form of reproduction in which an unfertilized egg develops into an adult animal.
Hermaphroditism
Means that a single organism produces both eggs and sperm.
Parts of Male Reproductive System
Testes
Ducts
Glands
Penis
Testes
Consist of many highly coiled tubes (seminiferous tubules – where sperm form) surrounded by several layers of connective tissue.
Ducts
From seminiferous tubules, the sperm pass into the epididymis.
Glands
Three sets of accessory glands – the seminal vesicles, prostate gland, and bulbourethral glands – add secretions to the semen, the fluid that is ejaculated.
Penis
Is composed of three cylinders of spongy erectile tissue derived from modified veins and capillaries.
Types of Physiological Reactions in Human Sexual Response
Vasocongestion
Myotonia
Phases of Human Sexual Response
Excitement Phase
Plateau Phase
Orgasm Phase
Resolution Phase
Excitement Phase
Preparation of penis and vagina for coitus (sexual intercourse)
Prostate cancer is the uncontrolled growth of cells in the prostate
Prostate gland
Causes and Risk Factors of Prostate Cancer
Unknown
Age
Family history
Ethnicity
Possible Signs of Prostate Cancer
Early Stage: No Symptoms
Frequent urination, especially at night
Difficulty starting or stopping urination
Weak urine flow
Blood in the urine (hematuria)
Pain in the lower back, hips, or pelvis
Maintain a healthy lifestyle with a balanced diet and regular exercise to prevent prostate cancer