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Human Growth and Development Overview

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  • Cowper's gland function
    Produces pre-ejaculatory fluid for lubrication.
  • Vaginal opening functions
    Allows for menstrual flow, intercourse, and childbirth.
  • Ally definition
    Supporter of LGBTQ rights and individuals.
  • LGBTQ acronym
    Stands for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer.
  • Healthy relationship characteristics
    Includes trust, respect, and open communication.
  • Condom use process
    Check expiry, open carefully, roll on, use lubricant.
  • Prostate function
    Secretes fluid that protects and energizes sperm.
  • Egg cell pathway
    Ovary to fallopian tube, then uterus for implantation.
  • Menstruation phases
    Includes menstruation, follicular, ovulation, and luteal phases.
  • Epididymis function
    Stores and matures sperm after production.
  • Sperm pathway
    Sperm travels from testes to urethra for ejaculation.
  • Gender expression definition
    Outward presentation of gender identity.
  • Gender role definition
    Societal expectations for behavior based on gender.
  • Cervix function
    Connects uterus to vagina; allows menstrual flow.
  • Uterus function
    Houses and nourishes the developing fetus.
  • ABC's of STI prevention
    Abstinence, Be faithful, Condoms reduce risk.
  • Urethra functions in males
    Conveys urine and semen outside the body.
  • Female sex cell
    Ovum is the female reproductive cell.
  • Testicles function
    Produce sperm and hormones like testosterone.
  • Male sex cell
    Sperm is the male reproductive cell.
  • Gaining consent
    Ask clearly and respect the other person's decision.
  • Ovaries function
    Produce eggs and hormones like estrogen.
  • Fallopian tubes function
    Transport eggs from ovaries to uterus.
  • Vas deferens function
    Transports sperm from epididymis to urethra.
  • Consent definition
    Agreement for participation; crucial for healthy relationships.
  • Bacterial vs. Viral STI's
    Bacterial can be treated; Viral is lifelong. Example: Chlamydia (bacterial), HIV (viral).
  • Sperm vs. seminal fluid
    Sperm fertilizes; seminal fluid nourishes and transports.
  • Seminal vesicle function
    Produces fluid that nourishes and helps transport sperm.
  • Gender identity definition
    Personal sense of one's own gender.
  • Maintaining consent
    Ongoing agreement; essential for mutual respect.