What is the role of prostate gland and seminal vesicle?
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Explanation:
Seminal vesicle basically stores sperm produced in the testes and prostate gland plays a major role in formation of the seminal fluid in which sperms are suspended assisted by Cowper's gland(Bulbourethral gland, also found in human females), Vas deferens and Epididymis
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(a) The role of seminal vesicles and the prostate gland are as follows:
(i) Seminal vesicles produce seminal plasma which is in the form of fluid makes the transport of sperms smooth.
(ii) Prostate gland secretes prostatic fluid that keeps the sperms alive and helps them to swim vigorously.
(b) Two functions performed by testis
in human beings are as follows:
(i) Formation of sperms takes place in testis.
(ii) They secrete the hormone testosterone which regulates the formation of sperms and brings changes in appearance of boys at the time of puberty.
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