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| Fluid secreted is 60% semen volume and alkaline to neutralize acidic environment of urethra and female reproductive tract. |
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| Recieves sperm from the epididymis and transports it to the urethra. |
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| Receives semen from the ductus deferens and transports it to the external meatus. |
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| Single gland secrets part of the semen encircles urethra. Fluid secreted includes sugars, nutrients, and enzymes to nourish and assist sperm. |
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| AKA "Cowper's gland" produces pre-ejuclant and contains mucus to lubricate lining of urethra and tip of penis during intercourse. |
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| The "male gonad" produces sperm and secrets testosterone. |
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| Encases testes, epididymis, and spermatic cords. |
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| Pair of columns of erectile tissue running the length of the shaft. When sexually aroused, spaces fill with blood to produce erection. |
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| Male gametes (haploid reproductive cell) |
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| Female gametes (haploid reproductive cell) |
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| Site of sperm maturation; receives sperm from testis |
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| Contains ductus deferens, blood vessels, and nerves. |
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| Widened terminal at the end of ductus deferens. |
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| Carries sperm from ampulla and fluid from seminal vesicles to prostatic urethra. |
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| Portion of urethra that passes through prostate gland. |
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| AKA "spongy" urethra; portion of urethra that extends the length of the penis. |
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| Single column of erectile tissue with penile urethra running through the center. |
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| Collectively the female genitalia are called _______. |
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