Male Reproductive System Flashcards

Study Notes

Male Reproductive System Components

Epididymis: A coiled structure located on the back of each testis where sperm mature and are stored.
Testis: The male gonads that produce sperm and testosterone; typically paired and located in the scrotum.
Scrotum: A pouch of skin that contains and protects the testis; helps regulate temperature for optimal sperm production.
Penis: The external reproductive organ used for sexual intercourse and to expel urine; contains erectile tissue.
Urethra: A tube that carries urine from the bladder and semen from the reproductive system out of the body through the penis.
Vas Deferens: A muscular tube that transports sperm from the epididymis to the ejaculatory duct; part of the spermatic cord.
Urinary Bladder: A muscular sac that stores urine before it is expelled from the body; plays a role in the urinary system.
Bulbourethral Gland: Also known as Cowper's glands; small glands that produce a pre-ejaculate fluid that lubricates the urethra.
Rectum: The final section of the large intestine, where waste material is stored before being excreted; relatively close to male reproductive structures.
Prostate Gland: A gland that produces seminal fluid which nourishes and transports sperm; surrounds the urethra just below the bladder.
Seminal Vesicle: Glands that secrete a significant portion of the fluid that becomes semen; located behind the bladder and contribute to sperm mobility.
Pubic Bone: Part of the hip bone structure; provides support for the lower abdomen and forms the base for the reproductive structures.

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Test your knowledge on the male reproductive system with these flashcards. Each card challenges you to identify crucial parts and their functions, from the epididymis to the urethra. Ideal for students studying human anatomy and biology.