Reproductive systemThis article is about sexual reproductive systems. For thereproductive systems of asexual organisms, see Asexual reproduction. Reproductive system pictorial illustration of the human male reproductive system. Latin systemata genitalia The reproductive system or genital system is asystem of organs within an organism whichwork together for the purpose of reproduction. Many non-living substances such as fluids, hormones, and pheromones arealso important accessories to the reproductive system. [1]Unlike most organ systems, the sexes of differentiated species oftenhave significant differences. These differences allow for a combination Read moreofgenetic material between two individuals, which allows for the possibility ofgreater genetic fitness of the offspring. [2]The major organs of the human reproductive system includethe external genitalia(penis and vulva) as well as a number of internal organs including the gamete producing gonads (testicles andovaries). Diseases of the human reproductive system are very common andwidespread, particularly communicable sexually transmitted diseases. [3]Most other vertebrate animals have generally similar reproductivesystems consisting of gonads, ducts, and openings. However, there is a greatdiversity of physical adaptations as well as reproductivestrategies in every group of vertebrates.
Human reproductive systemFurther information: Human reproductionHuman reproduction takes place as internal fertilization by sexual intercourse. During this process,the erect penis of the male is inserted intothe female's vagina until themale ejaculatessemen, whichcontains sperm,into the female's vagina. The sperm then travels through the vagina and cervixinto the uterusor fallopiantubes for fertilization of the ovum. Upon successful fertilization and implantation,
Ovary
Oogonia
Fallopian tube
Urethra
Vulva
There is no urine comes out
No sperm is release
There is no sex hormone produced
No semen is formed
There was no blood to the penis
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