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

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Chapter 28 - The Reproductive Systems - Figure 28.3 - Page 1044: 1

Answer

Layers of tissues around testis from he external surface of the scrotum: 1, Skin of scrotum 2. Dartos fascia and smooth muscle fibers 3. External spermatic fascia 4. Cremaster muscle fascia 5. Internal spermatic fascia 6. Tunica vaginalis 7. Tunica albuginea

Work Step by Step

The tunica vaginlis is a serous membrane which is derived from peritoneum. it partially covers the testis. Deep to the tunica vaginalis is the tunica albuginea; this is a white fibrous capsule of dense irregular connective tissue. It extends inward into the testicular parenchyma. dividing each testis into about 250 lobules of tightly coiled seminiferous tubes.
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