Chapter 16: Male Reproduction System: Health

What is semen?

A thick fluid containing sperm and other secretions from the male

List four STDs that affect the male reproductive system.

Chlamydia, Gornorrhea, Syphilis, and Genital herpes

List two things that can cause sterility in males.

Environmental hazards and exposure to X-Ray and other forms of radiation.

List five ways a male should care for his reproductive system.

Get regular checkups, bathe regularly, wear protective equipment, perform regular self examinations, and practice abstinence.

What is an inguinal herruia? How is it usually repaired?

It is the separation of tissue that allows part of the intestine to push into the abdominal. Repaired by surgery.

What is the primary means of transmission of all STDs?

Sexual activity

What is the relationship between testosterone and sperm production?

Testosterone controls sperm production

What is the reproductive system?

The organs and glands in the body that aid in the production of new individuals

Which gland produces the hormones that stimulate the production of testosterone?

The pituitary gland

What are the two main functions of the male reproductive system?

To produce, maintain, and transport sperm. To discharge sperm within the female reproductive tract during sex.

The _________ is a tube-shaped organ that extends from the trunk of the body just above the testes.

penis

Two glands, the ______________ and the _______________ produce secretions that combines with sperm containing fluid to form sperm.

prostate gland, cowper's gland

The __________ is an external skin sac in which the testes are located.

scrotum

The _________________ produce a fluid that nourishes the sperm and makes them more mobile.

seminal vesicle

The __________ are two small glands that produce sperm.

testes

The ___________ is the passageway through which semen leaves the male body.

urethra

The _______________ tubes that extend from each epididymis to the urethra.

vas deferens