Male reproductive system Flashcards
1
Q
Testes
A
The testes produce sperm
2
Q
Scrotum
A
The scrotum is where the testes are,it is located outside the body to ensure the temperature is lower than body temperature for healthy sperm.
3
Q
Epididymis
A
The epididymis is a coiled tube on the outside of each testis that stores sperm and allows them to ,mature fully.
4
Q
Vas deferens
A
The vas deferens (sperm duct)brings the sperm from the testes to the penis.
5
Q
Seminal vesicles,prostate gland and Cowper’s gland
A
The seminal vesicles,prostate gland and Cowper’s gland produce seminal fluid which mixes with sperm to form semen,it nourishes the sperm and allows them to swim.
6
Q
Penis
A
The penis enters the female and ejaculates semen.
