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Spermatic
Spermatic (pronunciation: sper-MAT-ik) is an adjective that pertains to sperm or semen. It is derived from the Greek word "sperma," meaning seed, and the suffix "-ic," which means pertaining to.
Etymology
The term "spermatic" is derived from the Greek word "sperma," which means seed, and the suffix "-ic," which means pertaining to. Thus, "spermatic" refers to anything related to sperm or semen.
Related Terms
- Sperm: The male reproductive cell, or gamete, in animals and plants. In humans, sperm is produced in the testes and is capable of fertilizing the female egg to produce offspring.
- Semen: The male reproductive fluid, containing sperm in suspension.
- Spermatozoon: A mature sperm cell, capable of fertilizing an egg to produce offspring.
- Spermatogenesis: The process of sperm cell development, which occurs in the male testes.
- Spermatic cord: A bundle of nerves, ducts, and blood vessels that connect the testes to the abdominal cavity.
- Spermatic duct: Also known as the vas deferens, this is the duct through which sperm travels from the testicle to the urethra.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Spermatic
- Wikipedia's article - Spermatic
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