Male Reproductive System Flashcards
(17 cards)
What is the primary function of the male reproductive system?
To produce sperm and deliver it to the female reproductive system.
True or False: The testes are responsible for producing testosterone.
True
Fill in the blank: The male reproductive system includes the __________, vas deferens, and prostate gland.
testes
What is the role of testosterone in males?
Testosterone is responsible for the development of male secondary sexual characteristics and the regulation of libido.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a part of the male reproductive system? A) Testes B) Ovaries C) Prostate D) Seminal Vesicles
B) Ovaries
What is the function of the prostate gland?
To produce a fluid that nourishes and transports sperm.
Fill in the blank: The __________ is the tube through which sperm travels during ejaculation.
urethra
What is the significance of the scrotum?
The scrotum regulates the temperature of the testes for optimal sperm production.
Multiple Choice: Testosterone is produced primarily in which part of the male reproductive system? A) Urethra B) Seminal Vesicles C) Testes D) Prostate
C) Testes
True or False: The seminal vesicles contribute to the formation of semen.
True
Fill in the blank: The __________ is a muscular tube that carries sperm from the testes to the urethra.
vas deferens
What is the primary component of semen?
Sperm cells and seminal fluid.
True or False: Testosterone levels remain constant throughout a man’s life.
False
What changes occur in males during puberty due to testosterone?
Development of facial hair, deepening of the voice, and increased muscle mass.
What is the function of the penis in the male reproductive system?
To deliver sperm to the female reproductive tract.
True or False: The male reproductive system is solely responsible for the production of hormones.
False
Fill in the blank: The male reproductive system primarily functions under the influence of __________.
androgens
