Human Reproduction

Reproduction is an essential process for the survival of a species.

The functions of the reproductive systems are to produce reproductive cells, the gametes, and to prepare the gametes for fertilization.

In addition, the male reproductive system delivers the gametes to the female reproductive tract.

The female reproductive organs nourish the fertilized egg cell and provide an environment for its development into an embryo, a fetus, and a baby.

Human reproduction takes place by the coordination of the male and female reproductive systems.

In humans, both males and females have evolved specialized organs and tissues that produce haploid cells, the sperm and the egg.

These cells fuse to form a zygote that eventually develops into a growing fetus.

A hormonal network is secreted that controls both the male and female reproductive systems and assists in the growth and development of the fetus and the birthing process.