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Anatomy of Columnar Epithelial Cells

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What is the main function of the smooth muscle in the vas deferens?

To secrete semen into the urethra
To produce fructose for sperm energy
To transport sperm through peristaltic contractions (correct)
To facilitate the contraction of the epididymis

Which type of epithelium lines the vas deferens?

Stratified Cuboidal Epithelium
Simple Columnar Epithelium
Transitional Epithelium
Pseudostratified Columnar Epithelium (correct)

What is the main function of the seminal vesicles in the male reproductive tract?

To produce fructose-rich fluid for sperm energy (correct)
To regulate the contraction of the vas deferens
To store sperm
To secrete semen into the urethra

What type of cells are found in the basal layer of the vas deferens?

Basal Cells (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the epididymis in the male reproductive tract?

To store and transport sperm (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the structure of the muscular layer in the vas deferens?

Three layers of smooth muscle (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the stereocilia in the principal cells of the vas deferens?

To increase the surface area for sperm binding (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the structure of the mucosa in the seminal vesicles?

Highly convoluted folds (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the percentage of semen volume made up by the seminal vesicles' secretions?

60% (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main energy source for sperm outside the body?

Fructose (A) Signup and view all the answers