Question

Give the biografic skecth of male reproductive system

Answer 1

   
The male reproductive system includes all the organs responsible for the production of sperm (the male gamete)

It also includes the organs that are involved in synthesising the semen in which the sperm is transported during copulation


Male Reproductive System  (Front View)



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Structures of the Male Reproductive System

The following structures all contribute to the production of sperm and semen as part of the reproductive process in males

Structures are organised according to the path taken by sperm (from production to release)


Testis

The testis (plural: testes) is responsible for the production of sperm and testosterone (male sex hormone)


Epididymis

Site where sperm matures and develops the ability to be motile (i.e. ‘swim’) – mature sperm is stored here until ejaculation


Vas Deferens

Long tube which conducts sperm from the testes to the prostate gland (which connects to the urethra) during ejaculation


Seminal Vesicle

Secretes fluid containing fructose (to nourish sperm), mucus (to protect sperm) and prostaglandin (triggers uterine contractions)


Prostate Gland

Secretes an alkaline fluid to neutralise vaginal acids (necessary to maintain sperm viability)


Urethra

Conducts sperm / semen from the prostate gland to the outside of the body via the penis (also used to convey urine)


Male Reproductive System  (Side View)



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