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What is the primary function of the male reproductive tract components?
What is the primary function of the male reproductive tract components?
- To transport and deliver sperm to the female reproductive tract (correct)
- To create a suitable environment for sperm maturation
- To produce hormones that regulate reproduction
- To store and maintain genetic material
What substance do seminal vesicles primarily produce?
What substance do seminal vesicles primarily produce?
- Prostatic fluid with zinc and calcium
- Hormones for sperm production
- Mucus for lubrication
- A fluid enriched with fructose (correct)
Which gland surrounds the urethra and contributes to sperm health?
Which gland surrounds the urethra and contributes to sperm health?
- Seminal vesicles
- Vas deferens
- Epididymis
- Prostate gland (correct)
At what stage does semen mix with prostatic secretions?
At what stage does semen mix with prostatic secretions?
What percentage of the entire ejaculatory volume is contributed by seminal vesicles?
What percentage of the entire ejaculatory volume is contributed by seminal vesicles?
What is the function of the seminal vesicles within the male reproductive tract?
What is the function of the seminal vesicles within the male reproductive tract?
Which substance is NOT contained in the prostatic secretions?
Which substance is NOT contained in the prostatic secretions?
What role does zinc play in prostatic secretions?
What role does zinc play in prostatic secretions?
Which part of the male reproductive tract immediately follows the vas deferens?
Which part of the male reproductive tract immediately follows the vas deferens?
Which gland is primarily responsible for surrounding the urethra?
Which gland is primarily responsible for surrounding the urethra?
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Seminal Vesicles
Seminal Vesicles
Paired glands that produce fluid rich in fructose, contributing to most of the semen volume.
Prostate Gland
Prostate Gland
Accessory male reproductive organ at the base of the bladder, producing secretions with zinc and enzymes for sperm health.
Ejaculatory Ducts
Ejaculatory Ducts
Passages that carry semen, mixing it with prostatic secretions.
Testes
Testes
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Epididymis
Epididymis
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What is the primary function of the male reproductive tract?
What is the primary function of the male reproductive tract?
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Fructose's role in semen
Fructose's role in semen
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Prostate gland function
Prostate gland function
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Prostatic Secretions
Prostatic Secretions
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Study Notes
Male Reproductive Tract Components
- The male reproductive tract includes paired testes, epididymis, vas deferens, seminal vesicles, ejaculatory ducts, and prostate.
- These components work together to produce, transport, and deliver sperm to the female reproductive tract for reproduction.
Seminal Vesicles
- Paired accessory sex glands.
- Produce a fluid rich in fructose, contributing 50-80% of semen volume.
Prostate Gland
- An accessory male reproductive organ located at the base of the bladder, surrounding the urethra.
- Produces prostatic secretions containing zinc, citric acid, calcium, phosphates, and other enzymes.
- These secretions are essential for sperm health and motility.
- Semen mixes with the prostatic secretions during ejaculation.
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