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1
Q

Why do the kidneys not lie immediately opposite each other?

A
  • liver on right side = takes up space

= forces right kidney to be located slightly lower than the left

2
Q

What holds the kidneys in place?

A
  • held in place inside renal capsules and renal fascia = layers of connective tissue and fat padding
3
Q

Which two organs does the ureter connect?

A

The kidneys and bladder

4
Q

What substance is transported by the urethra?

A

Urine in males and females

Semen in males

5
Q

What is the function of the preputial gland?

A
  • exocrine gland
  • produce pheromones
  • clitoral glands (female animals)
6
Q

What is the function of the Cowper’s gland?

A
  • produce pre-ejaculate (mucous-like fluid)
  • pre-ejaculate = clear, viscous, salty liquid -> neutralizes any residual activity in the urethra = less harmful environment for sperm to travel in
  • lubricates vagina
7
Q

What is the function of the ampullary gland?

A
  • secretes a white fluid which:
    contributes to seminal fluid
    Provides nutrients to the sperm
8
Q

What is the function of the seminal vesicle?

A
  • secrete alkaline fluid = component of semen

- stores sperm in some animals

9
Q

What is the function of the prostate glands?

A
  • secretes fluid that:

Promotes movement, nourishes & protects sperm

10
Q

What is the function of the preputial glands?

A
  • exocrine glands

- produce pheromones