State the functions of primary and secondary lymphoid organs in humans.
Role of primary and secondary lymphoid organs in humans are:
Primary lymphoid organs: Here, immature lymphocytes are differentiated to form antigen-sensitive lymphocytes. Bone marrow and thymus are the examples of primary lymphoid organs.
Secondary lymphoid organs: Lymphocytes migrate here after attaining maturity. These organs provide an environment that enable mature lymphocytes to interact with each other, accessory cells and with antigens, resulting in the initiation of the antigen specific response. Spleen, lymph nodes tonsils, Peyer’s patches, and appendix are the examples of secondary lymphoid organs.
Fill in the blanks:
(a) Humans reproduce __________. (asexually/sexually)
(b) Humans are__________. (oviparous/viviparous/ovoviviparous)
(c) Fertilization is __________ in humans. (external/internal)
(d) Male and female gametes are __________. (diploid/haploid)
(e) Zygote is __________. (diploid/haploid)
(f) The process of release of the ovum from a mature follicle is called__________.
(g) Ovulation is induced by a hormone called the __________.
(h) The fusion of male and female gametes is called _____________.
(i) Fertilisation takes place in _____________.
(j) Zygote divides to form _____________which is implanted in uterus.
(k) The structure which provides vascular connection between fetus and uterus is called ____________.
Mention two strategies evolved to prevent self-pollination in flowers.