Case 2A; sperm

4 important questions on Case 2A; sperm

What is an oestrous cycle?

- The period between two ovulations
- 4 phases:
1. Prooestrus
2. Oestrus
3. Metoestrus
4. Dioestrus

When is puberty complete in males and females?

- Males: when the first ejaculate with fertile semen can be produced
- Female: the first ovulation associated with externally visible estrous symptoms and typical estrous behaviour

With regard to the development of embryos into new individuals, there are 3 types of animals that can be distinguised

1. Viviparous
2. Oviparous
3. Ovoviviparous
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What can you tell me about the birth process in viviparous (mammels)

- the birth process starts under the influence of corticosteroids from the fetal adrenal gland
- problems can arise (case of cow and ewe) like the wrong position of the foetus or a too high birthweight in relation to the pelvic dimensions of the mother
- calves and lambs come head first, with the head lying on the forwardly stretched front legs
- piglets can be born head first or tail first

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