BIOL 141 Chapter Notes - Chapter 25: Libido, Corpus Spongiosum Penis, Myometrium
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Introduction: the reproductive systems are controlled by the endocrine system, male and female systems consist of. The primary sexual organs the gonads (testes and ovaries) and. The secondary sexual organs - the accessory structures: the male system develops due to the influence of testosterone. Sperm in the seminiferous tubules under the influence of fsh. Male sex hormones by the interstitial cells under the influence of icsh: gonads. Located within the scrotum where it is approx. Testosterone effects: required for maturation and development of sperm, and male accessory structures, causes normal male traits: Male reproductive anatomy: epididymis: site of maturation of sperm (10 days to 4-5 weeks, vas deferens: transport of sperm, ejaculatory duct: receives secretions from the seminal vesicles and prostate gland. Secretions from glands provide nourishment for the sperm, adjust the ph of the reproductive tracts, and provide lubrication for sexual activity. Sperm: semen is sperm and secretions from the accessory glands, spermatozoon structure.
