1.65. Male Reproductive System http://www.ck12.org
Summary
- The main functions of the male reproductive system are to produce sperm and secrete testosterone.
- Testosterone, the main sex hormone in males, causes the reproductive organs to mature and other male traits
to develop.
Practice
Use the resource below to answer the questions that follow.
- Male Reproductive Systemat http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nr5W9trSv8I (2:36)
MEDIA
Click image to the left for more content.- What is the role of the testicles in reproduction? What temperature is needed for it to perform this function?
How does the body try to regulate the temperature of the testicles? - What is the role of the seminal vesicles?
- What is the role of the penis in reproduction?
- What does the bulbourethral gland do? When does this occur?
Review
- What are the two main roles of the male reproductive system?
- Explain the jobs of testosterone in males.