SHORT ANSWER: Using the “Journey of the Sperm” illustration, 1) In the space below, correctly label each structure; 2) In the space below, describe the function of each structure (2.5 pts each)
1. Penile glans: The penile glans is the outermost tip of the penis and is very sensitive to physical stimulation. The glans consists of 4,000 nerves that allow it to be exceptionally sensitive. The female counterpart to the penile glans is the clitoris glans.
2. Vas deferens: The vas deferens allows for the travel of sperm after ejaculation. The vas deferens is 18 inches long and is attached to the seminal vesicle.
3. Ejaculatory Duct: The ejaculatory duct is formed when the vans deferens merges to the seminal vesicle. This duct passes through the prostate.
4. Prostate Gland: The prostate gland’s main function is to create a …show more content…
Seminal Vesicle: The seminal vesicle secretes a fluid known as seminal fluid that clots the sperm in order for it to gel. When sperm arrive at the seminal vesicle, these glands nourish and energize the sperm.
6. Openings of ejaculatory ducts: The ejaculatory ducts are formed by the vas deferens forming to the seminal vesicle.
7. Cowper’s Gland: The Cowper’s gland produces pre-ejaculate fluid when a man becomes sexually aroused. This fluid allows for lubrication of the penis and reduces the acidity of the urethra. The female counterpart to the Cowper’s gland is the Bartholin’s gland.
8. Epididymis: The epididymis serves as a passageway for the sperm and allows for them to pass through fluid that nourishes and matures them, as well as aids in their mobility. This duct is approximately 20 feet long and it takes the sperm around 20 days to pass through it. The female counterpart to the epididymis is the Gartner’s duct.
9. Testicle: The testicle serves as the producer of sperm and androgens. Sperm and the production of testosterone happen within the seminiferous tubules in the lobes of the testicles. The female counterpart to the testicle is an
1. Penile glans: The penile glans is the outermost tip of the penis and is very sensitive to physical stimulation. The glans consists of 4,000 nerves that allow it to be exceptionally sensitive. The female counterpart to the penile glans is the clitoris glans.
2. Vas deferens: The vas deferens allows for the travel of sperm after ejaculation. The vas deferens is 18 inches long and is attached to the seminal vesicle.
3. Ejaculatory Duct: The ejaculatory duct is formed when the vans deferens merges to the seminal vesicle. This duct passes through the prostate.
4. Prostate Gland: The prostate gland’s main function is to create a …show more content…
Seminal Vesicle: The seminal vesicle secretes a fluid known as seminal fluid that clots the sperm in order for it to gel. When sperm arrive at the seminal vesicle, these glands nourish and energize the sperm.
6. Openings of ejaculatory ducts: The ejaculatory ducts are formed by the vas deferens forming to the seminal vesicle.
7. Cowper’s Gland: The Cowper’s gland produces pre-ejaculate fluid when a man becomes sexually aroused. This fluid allows for lubrication of the penis and reduces the acidity of the urethra. The female counterpart to the Cowper’s gland is the Bartholin’s gland.
8. Epididymis: The epididymis serves as a passageway for the sperm and allows for them to pass through fluid that nourishes and matures them, as well as aids in their mobility. This duct is approximately 20 feet long and it takes the sperm around 20 days to pass through it. The female counterpart to the epididymis is the Gartner’s duct.
9. Testicle: The testicle serves as the producer of sperm and androgens. Sperm and the production of testosterone happen within the seminiferous tubules in the lobes of the testicles. The female counterpart to the testicle is an