Question

be able to match the following vocabulary words with their definitions: relaxin, follicle, oxytocin, ovary, infundibulum, testis, corpus hemorrhagicum (ch)

• a developing egg that has not been released
• primary reproductive organ of females
• blood clot remaining after the egg is released
• the funnel into which the egg is released
• primary male reproductive organ
• reproductive hormone
• female hormone, crucial during pregnancy

can horses rebreed during lactation?
what hormone is produced when the female is developing follicles?
does the size and age of the sow have any affect on the size of their litter?
how many pints of milk can a high producing dairy cow can produce per day?
what can happen with a split set of twins in cattle?
what hormone in the mammary gland controls milk formation?
can new follicles form while the fetus is developing?

Explanation:

These answers are based on knowledge of animal reproductive and lactation physiology. Hormones play key roles in reproduction and milk production. Reproductive organs have specific functions, and various factors can influence animal reproduction and milk - yielding capacity.

Answer:

• Relaxin: female hormone, crucial during pregnancy
• Follicle: a developing egg that has not been released
• Oxytocin: reproductive hormone
• Ovary: primary reproductive organ of females
• Infundibulum: the funnel into which the egg is released
• Testis: primary male reproductive organ
• Corpus hemorrhagicum (CH): blood clot remaining after the egg is released
• Can horses rebreed during lactation? It depends on various factors such as breed, nutrition, and management. Some horses may be able to, while others may not.
• What hormone is produced when the female is developing follicles? Follicle - stimulating hormone (FSH)
• Does the size and age of the sow have any affect on the size of their litter? Generally, older and larger sows may have larger litters, but other factors like genetics and nutrition also play significant roles.
• How many pints of milk can a high - producing dairy cow can produce per day? High - producing dairy cows can produce 8 - 16 gallons (64 - 128 pints) of milk per day on average.
• What can happen with a split set of twins in cattle? There can be various issues such as reduced birth weight, increased risk of dystocia, and potential health problems for the calves.
• What hormone in the mammary gland controls milk formation? Prolactin
• Can new follicles form while the fetus is developing? In some species, new follicles can start to develop during pregnancy, but their development may be suppressed until after parturition.