male reproductive system parts

Question 1

outline the function of the scrotum

Answer 1

an external sac that holds the testes outside of the body allowing the optimum temp for sperm production at 35 degrees

Question 2

outline the function of the testes

Answer 2

to produce the male gamete- spermatozoa

Question 3

outline the function of the urethra

Answer 3

a tube which connects the bladder to the outside world that passes through the penis and transfers urine and semen outside

Question 4

outline the function of the penis

Answer 4

an organ which is used to pass semen into the reproductive system- erectile tissue fills with blood for penetration of the vagina

Question 5

outline the function of the vas deferens

Answer 5

a tube which takes the sperm from the testes to the urethra during ejaculation

Question 6

outline the function of the epididymis

Answer 6

where sperm collects and matures

Question 7

outline the function of the seminiferous tubule

Answer 7

tubes found in the testes which act as the site of sperm production

Question 8

outline the function of the prostate gland

Answer 8

found at the base of the bladder that produces alkaline secretions that neutralise any urine left in the urethra and aids sperm mobility

Question 9

outline the function of the seminal vesicle

Answer 9

a gland which produces a nutrient secretion that helps sperm mobility