Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

27. The Reproductive System

Anatomy of the Male Reproductive System

Anatomy & Physiology

27. The Reproductive System

Anatomy of the Male Reproductive System

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Multiple Choice

Which structure in the male reproductive system carries both urine and semen?

Seminal vesicle

Urethra

Epididymis

Vas deferens

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Step 1: Begin by identifying the primary function of each structure listed in the options. For example, the seminal vesicle is responsible for producing seminal fluid, the epididymis stores and matures sperm, and the vas deferens transports sperm from the epididymis to the urethra.

Step 2: Understand the dual function of the urethra in the male reproductive system. The urethra serves as a shared pathway for both the urinary system (carrying urine) and the reproductive system (carrying semen during ejaculation).

Step 3: Compare the functions of the urethra with the other structures listed. None of the other options (seminal vesicle, epididymis, vas deferens) are involved in carrying both urine and semen.

Step 4: Recall the anatomical pathway: urine from the bladder and semen from the reproductive system both exit the body through the urethra, making it the correct structure for this dual function.

Step 5: Conclude that the urethra is the structure in the male reproductive system that carries both urine and semen, based on its anatomical role and function.