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The sperm and the male reproductive hormone testosterone are produced by the testes,
which are found inside the scrotum.The epididymis, which is found on the back of each
testis, seems to be where embryos develop and are kept. The Vas deferens are a muscular
conduit that connects the ejaculatory duct towards the epididymis to transport sperm.
Seminal vesicle are organs, which are situated at the root of the bladder, release a fluid that
aids in nourishing and safeguarding sperm. A gland underneath the bladder called the
prostate generates a fluid that is made up in part of semen. Bulbourethral glands, as well
referred to as Cowper's glands, are situated beneath the prostate gland and produce a
substance that lubricates the urethra.
Elaboration of the above:
Your scrotum, a pouch of skin hanging underneath the penis, is home to the testes, two
oval-shaped glands. In addition to testosterone, these are in charge of creating sperm. The
seminiferous tubules that make up the testes are microscopic organs wherein sperm are
created through some kind of process known as spermatogenesis. Every testis's posterior
area is covered with the epididymis, a coil-shaped tube. This is also the place where sperm
develop and are kept until they are released through sexual activity (ejaculation). The
muscular vas deferens transports sperm first from epididymis towards the ejaculatory duct.
These vasa deferens begin contraction throughout ejaculation to push sperm in the direction
of the urethra. Two glands called seminal vesicles can be seen near the bladder's base. A
fluid which constitutes the majority of both the semen volume is secreted by these. In order
to sustain and safeguard sperm, this fluid also includes fructose, amino acids, and
enzymes. A gland known as the prostate is situated adjacent to the rectum and underneath
the bladder. A minor portion of the volume of the semen is made up of a milky fluid that is
produced. Sperm activation and motility are aided by the fluid's inclusion of enzymes and
other chemicals. Underneath the prostate gland are two tiny glands called the bulbourethral
glands, commonly referred to as Cowper's glands. As they get sexually aroused, they emit a
substance that assists in lubricating the urethra. (1.,1.)
Female:
The female sex chemicals oestrogen and progesterone are also produced by the ovaries,
which are situated along both side of the uterus. The fallopian tubes are a set of tubes that
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