The Cowper's Gland

Question 1

Where are the Cowper’s glands located?

Answer 1

• at the base of the penis

Question 1

How many Cowper’s glands does a male typically have?

Answer 1

• 2

Question 2

What do the Cowper’s glands produce?

Answer 2

• an alkaline mucous-like fluid

Question 3

When do the Cowper’s gland produce fluid?

Answer 3

• when sexually aroused

Question 4

What are the functions of the fluid produced by the Cowper’s glands?

Answer 4

1. Neutralizes acidic urine that may still be present in the urethra
2. Lubricates the urethra and external urethral opening

Question 5

Why does the fluid produced by the Cowper’s gland need to lubricate the urethra and external urethral opening?

Answer 5

• to protect sperm from mechanical damage during ejaculation