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What is the primary role of the male reproductive system in sexual reproduction?

To regulate hormone levels in females

To store urine before excretion

To produce and deliver sperm cells (correct)

To produce eggs for fertilization

Which structure in the male reproductive system is responsible for sperm production?

Scrotum

Epididymis

Urethra

Seminiferous tubules (correct)

What is the approximate length of the seminiferous tubules if stretched out?

250 meters

300 meters

400 meters

500 meters (correct)

Why do the testes descend into the scrotum prior to birth?

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How much cooler is the temperature in the scrotum compared to the body's internal temperature?

<p>2°C to 3°C (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Diploid Zygote

A cell formed by the union of two haploid gametes, containing two sets of chromosomes.

Testes

Male reproductive organs that produce sperm and hormones; typically two, located in the scrotum.

Seminiferous Tubules

Tightly coiled structures within the testes where sperm production occurs through meiosis.

Scrotum

External sac that houses the testes, keeping them cooler than body temperature to support sperm development.

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Sperm Production Temperature

The optimal temperature for sperm development is 2-3°C lower than normal body temperature.

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Male Reproductive Structures

Sexual reproduction involves the formation of a diploid zygote from two haploid gametes
Male role: Produce sperm and deliver to female system to fertilize egg
Testes (singular, testis): Gamete producing organs
Size: Approx. 4 cm long, 2.5 cm in diameter
Compartments: Approx. 250
Seminiferous tubules: Tightly coiled compartments within testes
Length: Approx. 80 cm per tubule - Approx 500m combined
Sperm development: Occurs through meiosis in specialized lining of tubules
Scrotum: External sac containing the testes
Temperature: 2°C to 3°C cooler than body temperature (37°C) to allow sperm development. This cooler temperature is necessary for normal sperm development.

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This quiz covers the essential aspects of the male reproductive system, focusing on the structures involved in sperm production and delivery. Key topics include the anatomy of the testes, the role of seminiferous tubules, and the importance of temperature for sperm development. Test your knowledge of male reproductive biology!