male reproductive system Flashcards
1
Q
name internal organs from male reproductive system
A
- vas defences
- seminal vesicles
- prostate glands
- bulbourethral glands
2
Q
name external organs from male reproductive system
A
- penis
- scrotum
- epididymis
- testes
3
Q
seminal vesicles
A
- secrete an alkaline, viscous fluid that helps neutralise acid in female reproductive tract
- provides fructose for ATP production by sperm
- contributes to sperm motility and viability
- helps semen coagulate after ejaculation
4
Q
prostate
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- secretes milky slightly acidic fluid that contains enzymes that break down clotting proteins from seminal vesicles
5
Q
bulbourethral glands
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- secrete alkaline fluid that neutralises acidic environment of urethra
- mucus that lubricates lining of urethra and tip of penis during sexual intercourse
6
Q
root of penis
A
in the perineum
7
Q
the shaft (body) of penis
A
externally visible moveable portion of organ
8
Q
what is the erectile tissue supported by?
A
fibrous tissue and covered with skin and has a rich blood supply
9
Q
what does each of the two compartments of the scrotum contain?
A
- one testis
- one epididymis
- the testicular end of spermatic cord
10
Q
where does scrotum lie?
A
below symphysis pubis in front of upper parts of thighs and behind penis
11
Q
what happens to the dartos muscle in cold temperatures
A
- contracts
- causes skin of scrotum to become firm and wrinkled and reduces overall size of scrotum
