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Male Reproductive System Flashcards

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List the function of the male reproductive system

A
  1. Production of androgens
  2. Production, storage, nourishment of male gametes
  3. Introduction of gametes into female reproductive tract
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2
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What is the scrotum separated by?

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Scrotal septum

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3
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What do testicular lobules contain?

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Seminiferous tubules

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4
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What do Sertoli cells do?

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Secrete nutrients for develoing spermatozoa

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5
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What is spermiogenesis?

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The conversion of spermatids to spermatozoa

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6
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What do Leydig cells do?

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Secrete androgenic steroids

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7
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What role does LH play in male reproduction?

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Stimulates testosterone secretion

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8
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What role does FSH play in male reproduction?

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Stimulates synthesis of ABP and stimulates spermatogenesis

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9
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What muscles are involved in the temperate control of the testes?

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Dartos and cremaster

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10
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Where are spermatozoa matured and stored?

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Tail of the epididymis

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11
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What is the function of the vas deferens?

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To store and convey spermatozoa

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12
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What is the function of the seminal vesicles?

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Secretes alkaline nutrient containing secretion which makes up 60% semen volume

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What is the function of the prostate?

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Secretion assists motility of sperm, makes up 25% semen volume

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What is the function of the bulbourethral glands?

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Produces a mucus-like secretion during arousal that neutralises urine residue

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15
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What are the 3 parts of the male urethra?

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Prostatic, membranous and spongy

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16
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What are the 3 regions of the penis?

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Root, shaft and glans penis

17
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What binds the corpora cavernosa and corporus spongiosum?

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Tunica albuginea

18
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What is emission?

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The release of a small amount of seminal fluid before ejaculation

19
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What does semen contain?

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Seminal fluid, sperm and enzymes

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