What are the functions of the testes, causes of maternal death, and parts and functions related to fetal development?

Here are the answers to the questions:

5.b) Two functions of the testes are:

• Production of sperm.
• Production of male sex hormones, such as testosterone.

5.c) Two causes of maternal death are:

• Severe bleeding (hemorrhage), often after childbirth.
• Infections (sepsis), particularly after childbirth or unsafe abortions.
• High blood pressure (pre-eclampsia/eclampsia) during pregnancy.

6.a)

(i) Name the parts labelled B and C.
B: Placenta
C: Umbilical cord

(ii) State any two functions of the part labelled A.
Part A is the amniotic fluid. Its functions are:

• To protect the fetus from mechanical shock or injury.
• To maintain a constant temperature for the fetus.
• To allow for fetal movement and proper development of muscles and bones.