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Where are the testes located?
Where are the testes located?
What is the function of seminiferous tubules?
What is the function of seminiferous tubules?
What is the role of interstitial cells?
What is the role of interstitial cells?
What is the function of dartos muscle in the scrotum?
What is the function of dartos muscle in the scrotum?
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What is contained within the scrotum?
What is contained within the scrotum?
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Study Notes
Reproductive System
- The reproductive system has three main functions: production of gametes, fertilization, and development and nourishment of a new individual, as well as production of sex hormones.
Formation of Gametes
- Gametes are sex cells produced through meiosis, a type of cell division that occurs only in the testis and ovary.
- Meiosis involves synapsis, where chromosomes align as pairs.
- Crossing over occurs during meiosis, allowing exchange of genetic material between chromosomes.
Male Reproductive System
- The male reproductive system consists of the testes, a series of ducts, accessory glands, and supporting structures.
- Ducts include the epididymides, ducta deferentia, and urethra.
- Accessory glands include seminal vesicles, prostate glands, and bulbourethral glands.
- Supporting structures include the scrotum and the penis.
- Sperm cells are highly heat-sensitive and must develop at a temperature slightly lower than normal body temperature.
- Meiosis in the male reproductive system involves two divisions: reduction division (1st meiotic division), where the number of chromosomes decreases from 46 to 23, and a 2nd meiotic division similar to mitosis.
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Test your knowledge on the reproductive system with this quiz covering topics such as production of gametes, formation of gametes, and male reproductive system. Learn and reinforce your understanding of human anatomy and physiology.