PSY354H5 Lecture : )
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Should know how to pronounce the latin word so you can sound out the word when you are writing it in your short answer. The entire external genital area the vulva. Acts as a cushion during the act of sex itself. The hair traps bacteria so it doesn"t go down to regions that are very sensitive to harmful bacteria. Lots of glands which means there is possibility for excretions. Lots of nerve endings associated with pleasure. Within the vulva we have the vestibule which we have another category of structures (clitoris, urethral opening, introitus) There are also 2 glands called the bartholin"s glands. Part of the vestibule depending on the book you are reading. Glans sits very near the external part of the clitoral hood. Associated with the clitoral hood which covers the clitoris. Erectile tissue lots of blood flowing there because of many blood vessels and nerve endings.