Principles of Anatomy and Physiology 14e with Atlas of the Skeleton Set (14th Edition)

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Chapter 28 - The Reproductive Systems - Figure 28.1 - Page 1043: 1

Answer

The organs and structures of the male reproductive system may be grouped in the following way: 1. Gonads :Testes. 2. The ducts: ductus deferens, ejaculatory duct, urethra 3. Accessory glands: seminal vesicles, prostate, bulbourethral glands 4. Supporting structures: scrotum and penis

Work Step by Step

Functions of male reproductive structures: The Testes; The testes produce sperms and secrete the male hormone , testosterone. The Ducts: The ducts transport sperms;store sperms; help sperms mature, convey sperms to the exterior. Accessory glands: they produce the liquid part of semen. Penis; The penis conducts and delivers semen to the female reproductive tract. urine is excrete through the urethra which passes through the penis. The penis is the important male organ in the important reproductive act of sexual intercourse. Scrotum: The scrotum supports and protects the testes; muscles within the scrotum assist in changing the relative position of the gonds to the body to maintain the optimum. temperature for live sperms.
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