Multiple Choice
Which gland does not secrete fluid that nourishes the sperm in the male reproductive system?
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27. The Reproductive System
Anatomy of the Male Reproductive System
Multiple Choice
Which two tubes are part of the male reproductive system responsible for transporting sperm?
A
Vas deferens and urethra
B
Ureter and urethra
C
Epididymis and ureter
D
Seminal vesicle and vas deferens
Verified step by step guidance1
Identify the main function of the male reproductive system, which is to produce, maintain, and transport sperm and protective fluid (semen).
Understand the role of the vas deferens: it is a muscular tube that transports sperm from the epididymis to the ejaculatory ducts in anticipation of ejaculation.
Recognize the function of the urethra in the male reproductive system: it serves as a conduit for sperm to be expelled from the body during ejaculation, as well as for urine to exit the body.
Differentiate between the ureter and the urethra: the ureter is part of the urinary system, transporting urine from the kidneys to the bladder, and is not involved in sperm transport.
Evaluate the options given: the vas deferens and urethra are the correct tubes involved in sperm transport, while the other options include structures not directly responsible for this function.
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