34-35 Flashcards
essential for sex cell reproduction
gonads
Small ovoid glands that produce sperm cells
Testes.
location of spermatogenesis
Seminiferous tubule
production of sperm
Spermatogenesis
Sperm are completed and motile when ejaculated
Spermatozoa
enzyme release that readies the sperm for passage through cervical mucus and into the uterus.
Capacitation
tightly coiled tube in a fibrous casing
epididymis
Extension of the epididymis with thick muscular walls
Vas Deferens
clamping of the deferens that does not allow sperm to exit the body, serves to sterilize.
Vasectomy
extension of vas deferens that passes through the prostate.
Ejaculatory Duct
Final path of both semen and urine.
Urethra
Secrete an alkaline, viscous, creamy-yellow liquid that constitutes 60% of seminal volume.
Seminal Vesicles
tubuloalveolar gland that is shaped like a doughnut.
Prostate
secrete an alkaline fluid to counteract vaginal acidity and lubricates urethra to counteract friction during ejaculation.
Bulbourethral glands
skin pouch that protects the reproductive organs
Scrotum
Major reproductive component of the male anatomy
Penis
bulging structure at the tip
Glans Penis
Foreskin
Prepuce
general term meaning decreased sperm production.
Oligospermia
Newborns born with undescended testes
Cryptorchidism