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Flashcards in Male reproductive system Deck (10)
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1
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Testes

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Produce sperm and male hormones

2
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Scrotum

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Supports testes and regulates their temperature

3
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Seminal vesicle

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Contribute fluids to semen production

4
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Prostate gland

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Secretes prostate fluid (component of semen), aids in ejaculation nu maximizing motility of sperm as well as protecting it against the acidic urethra and vagina

5
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Epididymis

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Stores mature sperm

Produces a mucous membrane that aids in

6
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Vas deferens

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Transports sperm from epididymis to urethra via persitaltic movements

7
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Penis

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Transfer sperm into vagina

8
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Urethra

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transports both urine and sperm to exterior

9
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Puberty in boys

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Hypophysis secretes LH which stimulates cells of Leydig to produce testosterone
Also releases FSH which stimulates spermatogenesis along side testosterone

10
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Main changes

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Increased muscle mass
Development of deeper voice
Enlargement of penis and testes
Production of sperm
Development of sexual drive
Increased production of sweat
Increase in facial and body hair
Skin becomes more oily
Behavioural changes