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Human Reproductive DSC
Flashcards for male and female reproductive systems
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Anatomy
Undergraduate 2
04/23/2012

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Term
seminal vesicles
Definition
Fluid secreted is 60% semen volume and alkaline to neutralize acidic environment of urethra and female reproductive tract.
Term
Ductus deferens
Definition
Recieves sperm from the epididymis and transports it to the urethra.
Term
Urethra
Definition
Receives semen from the ductus deferens and transports it to the external meatus.
Term
Prostate gland
Definition
Single gland secrets part of the semen encircles urethra. Fluid secreted includes sugars, nutrients, and enzymes to nourish and assist sperm.
Term
Bulbourethral glands
Definition
AKA "Cowper's gland" produces pre-ejuclant and contains mucus to lubricate lining of urethra and tip of penis during intercourse.
Term
Testes
Definition
The "male gonad" produces sperm and secrets testosterone.
Term
Scrotum
Definition
Encases testes, epididymis, and spermatic cords.
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Corpora cavernosa
Definition
Pair of columns of erectile tissue running the length of the shaft. When sexually aroused, spaces fill with blood to produce erection.
Term
Testes
Definition
The male gonad
Term
Ovary
Definition
The female gonad
Term
Spermatozoa
Definition
Male gametes (haploid reproductive cell)
Term
Ova
Definition
Female gametes (haploid reproductive cell)
Term
Epididymis
Definition
Site of sperm maturation; receives sperm from testis
Term
Spermatic cord
Definition
Contains ductus deferens, blood vessels, and nerves.
Term
Ampulla
Definition
Widened terminal at the end of ductus deferens.
Term
Ejaculatory duct
Definition
Carries sperm from ampulla and fluid from seminal vesicles to prostatic urethra.
Term
Prostatic urethra
Definition
Portion of urethra that passes through prostate gland.
Term
Penile urethra
Definition
AKA "spongy" urethra; portion of urethra that extends the length of the penis.
Term
Corpus Spongiosum
Definition
Single column of erectile tissue with penile urethra running through the center.
Term
Vulva
Definition
Collectively the female genitalia are called _______.
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