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Male Reproductive System
The Male Reproductive System (pronunciation: /meɪl rɪˈprɒdʌktɪv ˈsɪstəm/) refers to the biological system by which males reproduce. The system is composed of a number of specialized structures and organs, including the testes, prostate gland, seminal vesicles, vas deferens, and the penis.
Etymology
The term "Male Reproductive System" is derived from the Latin words "masculus" meaning "male" and "reproducere" meaning "to reproduce".
Components
- Testes (pronunciation: /ˈtɛstiːz/): These are the primary male reproductive organs, responsible for the production of sperm and testosterone.
- Prostate Gland (pronunciation: /ˈprɒsteɪt ɡlænd/): This gland secretes a fluid that nourishes and protects sperm.
- Seminal Vesicles (pronunciation: /ˈsɛmɪnəl ˈvɛsɪkəlz/): These glands produce a significant portion of the fluid that becomes semen.
- Vas Deferens (pronunciation: /væs dɪˈfɛrənz/): This is a long, muscular tube that transports mature sperm to the urethra.
- Penis (pronunciation: /ˈpiːnɪs/): This is the male organ used in sexual intercourse. It has a number of functions, including the conveyance of urine and semen.
Related Terms
- Sperm: The male reproductive cell.
- Testosterone: The primary male sex hormone.
- Semen: The fluid that contains sperm.
- Urethra: The duct through which urine is discharged in most mammals and through which semen is discharged in the male.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Male reproductive system
- Wikipedia's article - Male reproductive system
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