Sexual Reproduction
Chapter Name : How Do Organisms Reproduce? |
Sub Topic Code : 103_10_08_03_04 |
Topic Name : Sexual Reproduction |
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Sub Topic Name : Male Reproductive System |
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Introduction
Male reproductive system - has 2 parts - 1) Portions which produce germ cells. 2) Other portion which deliver germ cells to site of fertilization.
Pre-Requisites:
Trying to understand the male reproductive system, the different parts and theri functions.
Activity:
Videos which show how sperms are formed.
Real Life Question:
Which organs are responsible for the production of sperms?
Key Words / FlashCards
| Key Words | Definitions (pref. in our own words) |
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| Testes | Sperms are formed here. |
| Scrotum | testes located in scrotum which is present outside abdominal cavity. |
| Vas deferens | delivers sperms in the urethra. |
| Sperms | contain genetic materials and a long tail that helps them to move towards female germ cell. |
Learning aids / Gadgets
| Gadgets | How it can be used |
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| Microscope | You can observe the movement of sperm under the microscope. |
Real life uses :
Sperms are essential for reproduction in humans to occur.
Practical examples around us
| Examples | Explainations |
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| Boys | Only boys can produce sperms which are stored in the scrotum. |
What you learn in Theory:
Different reproductive organs in a human male.
What you learn in Practice:
How these reproductive organs function.