Male reproductive system

Question 1

Scrotum

Answer 1

External anatomy which holds the testicles and epididyms.

Question 2

Testicles

Answer 2

site of sperm and seminal production

Question 3

Epididyms

Answer 3

long, coiled tubes connecting to each testicle, sperm cells are stored here and allowed to mature

Question 4

Vas Deferens

Answer 4

Tube which connects the epididymis to the urethra. Carries seminal fluids and sperm cells to the cloaca

Question 5

Urethra

Answer 5

carries urine from the bladder for excretion and semen to the end of penis

Question 6

Seminal Vesicles

Answer 6

produce seminal fluids, which protect and help transport sperm

Question 7

prostate gland

Answer 7

acts as a filter for all fluid flowing through the urethra

Question 8

Cowper’s gland

Answer 8

produces fluid which moves down the urethra ahead of the seminal fluid

Question 9

Sigmoid flexure/Retractor muscle

Answer 9

retracts the penis when it’s not in use

Question 10

Sheath

Answer 10

External tissue which it is not in use

Question 11

Penis

Answer 11

Delivers semen containing sperm to the vagina of the female

Question 12

Cloaca

Answer 12

Location of junction from the urinary, reproductive, and digestive systems prior to excretion