17. In the female, FSH stimulates the ____. (1 point)
production of eggs
production of progesterone
blastocyst
development of a follicle in the ovary
18. The fluid that provides energy for the sperm cells comes from the ____. (1 point)
bulbourethral glands
seminal vesicles
prostate gland
urethra
19. A reaction by tissues to any type of injury by swelling, pain, heat, and redness is called ____. (1 point)
phagocytosis
physical defense
inflammation
infection
20. Active immunity is obtained when a person is exposed to ____. (1 point)
antigens
injected antibodies
macrophages
antibiotics
21. A fever may be helpful in curing a disease because a body temperature higher than normal ____. (1 point)
makes the patient feel better
keeps the patient awake
keeps the patient from chills
interferes with the metabolism of pathogens