Chapter 14 The Reproductive Systems A&P Flashcards
are the organs of reproduction and their associated structures
genitalia
are reproductive organs located outside of the body cavity
external genitalia
are reproductive organs protected within the body
internal genitalia
is the external surface region in both males and females between the pubic symphysis and coccyx
perineum
extends from the scrotum to the area around the anus
male perineum
extends from the pubic symphysis to the area around the anus
female perineum
are the penis and the scrotum, which contain two testicles
external male genitalia
include the remaining structures of the male reproductive system
internal male genitalia
is the sac-like structure that surrounds, protects, and supports the testicles
scrotum
also known as testes, are the two small, egg-shaped glands to produce the sperm
testicles
sperm are formed within these of each testicle
seminferous tubules
is a coiled tube at the upper part of each testicle. tube runs down the length of the testicle
epididymis
extends upward from the epididymis and is attached to each testicle
spermatic cord
also known as spermatozoa, are the male gametes
sperm
is the process of sperm formation
spermatogenesis
means capable of spontaneous motion
motile
is the male sex organ that transports sperm into the female vagina
penis
during sexual stimulation, the erectile tissue fills with blood under high pressure. this causes the swelling, hardness, and stiffness known as a
erection
mean relating to the penis
penile, phallic
also known as the head of the penis, is the sensitive region located at the tip of the penis
glans penis
also known as the prepuce, is a retractable double-layer fold of skin and mucous membrane that covers and protects the glans penis
foreskin
also known as the ductus deferens, are the long, narrow continuations of each epididymis
vas deferens
are glands that secrete a thick, yellow substance to nourish the sperm cells
seminal vesicles
begins at the vas deferens, pass through the prostate gland and empties into the urethra
ejaculatory duct