Reproductive
system physiology
•Reproductive system is unique because it ensures the continuation of the species. •Unlike other systems e.g. CVS, urinary system, respiratory system , it is not necessary for the survival of the individual.
•However continuation of the generation depends only on reproductive system.
•The organs of the reproductive system can be divided into two portions namely internal reproductive organs and external genital organs.
•Gonads are the main organs which produce gametes- sperm and ovum.
•A pair of testes (singular testis) produces sperms in males and a pair of ovaries produce ovum in females