The Male Reproductive System

THE MALE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM 

Q-1: What are the names given to part labeled 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 above.
  1. Bladder
  2. Sperm duct
  3. Penis
  4. Testis or Testicle
  5. Urethra
  6. Scrotum
Q-2: What are the main functions of the Bladder, Sperm duct, Penis, Testis, Urethra and Scrotum?

1. Penis

  • Urination: The penis is the external male organ that transports urine from the bladder out of the body.
  • Ejaculation: The penis delivers semen during ejaculation.
  • Intercourse: The penis is involved in sexual intercourse.

2. Urethra

  • Urine transport: The urethra is a tube that carries urine from the bladder to the outside of the body.
  • Semen(Sperm) transport: In males, the urethra also transports semen during ejaculation.

3. Bladder

  • Urine storage: The bladder is a hollow, muscular organ that stores urine.
  • Urine elimination: The bladder contracts to release urine during urination.

4. Testes

  • Sperm production: The testes produce, store and release sperm.
  • Hormone production: The testes produce male sex hormones such as testosterone.

5. Scrotum

  • Temperature regulation: The scrotum is a sac of skin that protects and regulates the temperature of the testes.
  • Testes protection: The scrotum shields the testes from injury.

6. Sperm Duct

  • Sperm transport: The sperm ducts transport sperm from the testes to the prostate gland and urethra.
  • Sperm storage: The sperm ducts also store sperm.

  • Study the diagram below:

Other Questions: 

Q-3: What are the functions of Bladder, Pubic bone, Foreskin, Anus, Prostate gland and Epididymis?

Here are the functions of each:

1. Prostate Gland

  • Fluid production: The prostate gland produces a protein-rich fluid that makes up a significant portion of semen.
  • Sperm protection: The fluid produced by the prostate gland helps to nourish and protect sperm during ejaculation.

2. Epididymis

  • Sperm maturation: The epididymis is a tube-like structure where sperm mature and gain fertility after leaving the testes.
  • Sperm storage: The epididymis also stores sperm, allowing them to mature and become more motile.

3. Bladder

  • Urine storage: The bladder is a hollow, muscular organ that stores urine.
  • Urine elimination: The bladder contracts to release urine during urination.

4. Anus

  • Waste elimination: The anus is the opening at the end of the digestive tract where waste is eliminated from the body.
  • Muscle control: The anus has muscles that help control the passage of stool.

5. Foreskin

  • Protection: The foreskin is a layer of skin that covers and protects the head of the penis.
  • Sensation: The foreskin contains nerve endings that contribute to sensual pleasure.

6. Pubic Bone

  • Pelvic structure: The pubic bone forms the front part of the pelvis and provides attachment points for muscles.
  • Support: The pubic bone helps to support the bladder and other pelvic organs.

  • SOME QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS CONCERNING MALE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM

  • 1. Structure and Function

    Q: What is the main function of the testes?
    A: To produce sperm and testosterone.
    Q: What is the role of the epididymis?
    A: To mature and store sperm.
    Q: What is the function of the Sperm duct?
    A: To transport sperm from the epididymis to the prostate gland.
    Q: What is spermatogenesis?
    A: The process by which sperm are produced in the testes.
    Q: How do sperm move through the male reproductive system?
    A: By muscular contractions and peristalsis.
    Q: What is the role of testosterone?
    A: To regulate sperm production, fertility, and male characteristics.
    Q: How does the pituitary gland control testosterone production?
    A: By producing hormones that stimulate the testes.
    Q: What is the process by which immature cells develop into mature sperm cells.

    A: Spermatogenesis

  • Describe the prostate gland's function.
Answer: The prostate gland produces a fluid that nourishes and protects sperm.



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