2.  SWBAT- Describe ways to maintain reproductive health  Do Now: What are some ways to protect your reproductive system and why is it important?

3.  Sperm  Testosterone  Testes  Scrotum  Penis  Semen  Sterility

4.  Sperm- The male reproductive cells

5.  To produce and store Sperm  To transfer sperm and transfer them into the females body during sexual intercourse

6.  Between the ages of 12 and 15 this system reaches maturity. At this time, hormones produced in the pituitary glands stimulate the production of Testosterone, The Male Sex Hormone.

7.  Initiates physical changes that signals maturity  What are some examples of maturity or puberty?

8.  Broadening of the shoulders  Development of muscles  Facial and body hair  Deepening of voice

9.  Testes- The 2 small glands that secrete testosterone  Scrotum- An external skin sac  Penis- A tube shaped organ that extends from the trunk of the body just above the testes  Semen- The thick fluid containing sperm and other secretions from the male reproductive system

11.  Semen

12.  Think of some ways that you can take care of your reproductive health?

13.  Bathe regularly  Wear protective equipment  Practice Abstinence  Perform regular self exams  Get regular checkups- every 12 to 18 months

14.  Hernia- When the intestine pushes through a tear in the abdominal wall  Tears can occur by straining the abdominal muscles or lifting heavy objects

15.  Sterility- The inability to reproduce, as a result of too few sperm or sperm of poor quality  Causes of Sterility- Exposure to X-rays, toxic chemicals, hormonal imbalance, steroids or STI’s

16.  Testicular Cancer- most often occurs between 14 and 40  Prostrate problems and prostrate cancer

17.  Name 3 ways to keep your reproductive system healthy?