male reproductive system

Question 1

function of male rep system

Answer 1

1. protect, store, transport sperm and semen
2. discharge sperm within female rep system
3. produce and secrete male sex hormones

Question 2

penis function

Answer 2

deliver sperm to the vagina

Question 3

function of testes

Answer 3

to produce sperm and make testosterone

Question 4

why is testes located in scrotum outside the body?

Answer 4

because sperm develop at 2 degrees cooler, and hence scrotum is located outside the main body cavity providing sperm with optimal temp for growth

Question 5

function of sperm duct

Answer 5

deliver sperm to urethra during ejaculation

Question 6

function of prostate

Answer 6

produces fluid that 1) nourishes sperm and 2) provides protection from natural acidity of vagina