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The secretions of bulbourethral glands also helps in the lubrication of the penis.
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Incorrect Statement about Male Reproductive System
Bulbourethral glands - Male accessory ducts - Lubrication of the epididymis
The bulbourethral glands are also known as Cowper's glands. These are a pair of small glands located below the prostate gland in males. They are a part of the male reproductive system and secrete a clear, viscous fluid that lubricates the urethra and facilitates the passage of semen during ejaculation. The fluid also neutralizes the acidic environment of the urethra, which can damage the sperm.
The bulbourethral glands are not a part of the male accessory ducts. The male accessory ducts include the epididymis, vas deferens, ejaculatory ducts, and urethra. These ducts play an important role in the transport and storage of sperm and seminal fluid.
Functions of Other Parts of Male Reproductive System
Penis - Male external genitalia - facilitate insemination
The penis is the male external genitalia. It is composed of three main parts: the root, the shaft, and the glans. The penis serves two main functions in the male reproductive system:
- It facilitates the deposition of semen into the female reproductive tract during sexual intercourse, which is essential for fertilization.
- It also serves as the external organ of the urinary system, allowing for the excretion of urine from the body.
Interstitial cells - Outside the seminiferous tubules - Secrete testicular hormones
The interstitial cells, also known as Leydig cells, are located outside the seminiferous tubules in the testes. They are responsible for the production and secretion of testosterone, which is the primary male sex hormone. Testosterone plays a crucial role in the development and maintenance of male reproductive tissues, including the testes, prostate gland, and seminal vesicles. It also stimulates the production of sperm in the seminiferous tubules.
Seminiferous tubules - Present in testicular lobules -Production of sperms
The seminiferous tubules are long, coiled tubes located within the testes. They are the site of spermatogenesis, which is the process of sperm cell production. The seminiferous tubules are divided into lobules, which are the functional units of the testes. Each lobule contains one to four seminiferous tubules, which produce and transport the sperm cells. The sperm cells are then stored in the epididymis until ejaculation.