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

Introduction to the Reproductive System

Anatomy & Physiology

27. The Reproductive System

Introduction to the Reproductive System

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Multiple Choice

Which structure receives sperm from the efferent ductules and sends it on to the vas deferens?

Epididymis

Prostate gland

Seminiferous tubule

Bulbourethral gland

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Step 1: Begin by identifying the role of each structure listed in the options. The epididymis is a coiled tube located on the posterior side of the testes that stores and transports sperm. The prostate gland produces seminal fluid but does not transport sperm. The seminiferous tubules are the site of sperm production within the testes. The bulbourethral gland secretes mucus-like fluid but is not involved in sperm transport.

Step 2: Understand the pathway of sperm transport. Sperm is produced in the seminiferous tubules, then moves to the rete testis, and subsequently enters the efferent ductules. From the efferent ductules, sperm is transported to the epididymis for maturation and storage.

Step 3: Recognize that the epididymis is the structure that receives sperm from the efferent ductules. It plays a critical role in sperm maturation and storage before the sperm is sent to the vas deferens during ejaculation.

Step 4: Eliminate incorrect options based on their functions. The prostate gland, seminiferous tubules, and bulbourethral gland do not receive sperm from the efferent ductules or send it to the vas deferens. Only the epididymis fulfills this role.

Step 5: Conclude that the correct answer is 'Epididymis,' as it is the structure responsible for receiving sperm from the efferent ductules and sending it to the vas deferens.