Male Reproductive System: Endocrine Glands
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What is the primary function of the prostate gland in the male reproductive system?

  • To produce hormones that control metabolism
  • To regulate blood pressure
  • To produce fluid secretions that support and nourish the sperm (correct)
  • To produce sperm
  • Which organ is responsible for producing insulin and glucagon in the human body?

  • Thyroid gland
  • Adrenal gland
  • Pituitary gland
  • Pancreas (correct)
  • What is the main function of the ovaries in the female reproductive system?

  • To produce and store eggs and make sex hormones (correct)
  • To produce hormones that control metabolism
  • To produce sperm
  • To regulate blood pressure
  • Which hormone is produced by the testicles in the male reproductive system?

    <p>Testosterone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the adrenal glands in the human body?

    <p>To produce hormones that control metabolism and blood pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are the testicles located in the male reproductive system?

    <p>Underneath the penis in the scrotum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the male reproductive system carries both urine and sperm?

    <p>Urethra</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the epididymis in the male reproductive system?

    <p>To mature and activate sperm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone is produced by the testes in the male reproductive system?

    <p>Testosterone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the cervix in the female reproductive system?

    <p>To allow sperm to enter and menstrual blood to exit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the muscular canal that joins the cervix to the outside of the body in the female reproductive system?

    <p>Vagina</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where do sperm from the testes mature and start to 'swim' in the male reproductive system?

    <p>Epididymis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the hymen?

    <p>A piece of tissue covering or surrounding part of the vaginal opening</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the corpus luteum?

    <p>A structure that develops from the empty ovarian follicle after ovulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which phase of the menstrual cycle is the endometrium eliminated?

    <p>Menstrual phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the corpus cavernosum?

    <p>To support the clitoris during sexual arousal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the urethral opening?

    <p>To urinate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the clitoris similar to in terms of structure?

    <p>The penis</p> Signup and view all the answers

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