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What is the main function of seminal vesicles in the male reproductive system?
What is the main function of seminal vesicles in the male reproductive system?
- To produce components of semen (correct)
- To regulate bone mass and fat distribution
- To produce testosterone hormone
- To produce sperm cells
What is spermatogenesis?
What is spermatogenesis?
- The process of testosterone production
- The process of fat distribution regulation
- The process of sperm cell production (correct)
- The process of bone mass regulation
Where is testosterone hormone produced?
Where is testosterone hormone produced?
- In the red blood cells
- In the brain
- In the seminal vesicles
- In the gonads of the testes (correct)
What is one of the functions of testosterone hormone?
What is one of the functions of testosterone hormone?
What is controlled by the brain?
What is controlled by the brain?
What is NOT a function of testosterone hormone?
What is NOT a function of testosterone hormone?
What separates the scrotum into two distinct compartments?
What separates the scrotum into two distinct compartments?
What is the primary function of the epididymis in the male reproductive system?
What is the primary function of the epididymis in the male reproductive system?
What is the role of Sertoli cells in the male reproductive system?
What is the role of Sertoli cells in the male reproductive system?
Where are Leydig cells typically found in the male reproductive system?
Where are Leydig cells typically found in the male reproductive system?
What is the primary function of Leydig cells in the male reproductive system?
What is the primary function of Leydig cells in the male reproductive system?
What is the location of the prostate gland in the male reproductive system?
What is the location of the prostate gland in the male reproductive system?
What structure transports sperm from the epididymis to the penis?
What structure transports sperm from the epididymis to the penis?
What is the purpose of the scrotal septum in the male reproductive system?
What is the purpose of the scrotal septum in the male reproductive system?
Study Notes
Male Reproductive System
- The scrotum is divided into two separate chambers by the scrotal septum.
- The epididymis stores sperm for maturation and transports them to the vas deferens.
- Sertoli cells facilitate the progression of germ cells to spermatozoa via direct contact and by controlling the environment within the seminiferous tubules.
- Leydig cells (interstitial cells) are located in the seminiferous tubules in the testes and synthesise and secrete androgens, such as testosterone.
- The prostate gland is located in the prostate.
- Seminal vesicles produce components of semen.
Spermatogenesis
- Spermatogenesis is the process by which sperm cell production occurs.
Endocrine Function of the Testes
- Testosterone hormone is produced in the gonads in the testes.
- Testosterone is involved in the production of red blood cells and sperm, bone mass, fat distribution, muscle mass, and strength.
- Testosterone secretion is controlled by the brain.
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Learn about the male reproductive system, including the scrotum, epididymis, Sertoli cells, Leydig cells, and their roles in sperm production and maturation.
