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68WM6 - Reproduction
68WM6 A&P6 Reproductive System
Question | Answer |
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Primary sex organs for the male. | Testes |
This is another name for sex hormones. | Testosterone |
The testis is suspended by these, to keep the testes away from the body. | Spermatic Cord |
Sperm is formed inside these structures. | Seminiferous Tubules |
Testosterone is formed in these cells. | Interstitial Cells |
These are the precursor to sperm cells. | Spermatogenic Cells |
This is the lining on the mature sperm that helps to penetrate the egg cell. | Acrosome |
This part of the sperm contains 23 chromosomes. | Head |
This part of the sperm contains many mitochondria. | Body |
This part of the sperm is also called the flagellum. | Tail |
This is the process by which immature sperm develop into mature sperm. | Spermatogenesis |
This structure stores sperm until they mature. | Epididymis |
This structure joins the seminal vesicle to form the ejaculatory duct; ends behind the urinary bladder. | Vas Deferens |
This structure secretes slightly alkaline fluid rich in fructose and other nutrients; attached to vas deference at the base of bladder. | Seminal Vesicle |
This structure secretes milky, alkaline fluid; surrounds the urethra below the bladder. | Prostate Gland |
This structure is located below the prostate gland; secretes mucuslike fluid that prepares the end of penis for intercourse. | Bulbourethral Gland |
This is the pouch of skin that hangs posterior to the penis; has a medial septim. | Scrotum |
This is a cylindrical organ; conveys urine and semen; specializes in becoming erect. | Penis |
This structure has three columns of erectile tissue. | Shaft |
This is a pair of dorsally located cylinders of erectile tissue. | Corpora Cavernosa |
This is a single cylinder of erectile tissue that surrounds the urethra. | Corpus spongionsum |
This is located at distal end of the penis; sensory receptors for sexual stimulation. | Glans Penis |
This hormone stimulates the pituitary gland to release gonadotropins. | Gonadotropin Releasing Hormone |
Another name for luteinizing hormone. | Interstitial cell stimulating hormone |
This hormone stimulates development of the reproductive organs; stimulates the development and maintenance of male characteristics. | Testosterone |