Human Biology

http://www.ck12.org Chapter 1. Human Biology

Practice

Use the resources below to answer the questions that follow.

• The Male Reproductive Systemat http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yRNqsT_NRcY (1:21)

MEDIA

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1. How long is sperm stored once it is produced?


2. What two types of cells are found in the epididymis? What are the functions of these cells?
   
   
   • Male Reproductive Organsat http://www.innerbody.com/image_repmov/repo10-new3.html
   
   
   
   


3. What does the prostate gland do? Where is it located?


4. What is the epididymis? Where is it located? What is its function?


5. What is the corpus spongiosum? Where is it located? What is its function?

Review

1. Arrange the following structures in the order that sperm pass through them: urethra, epididymis, vas deferens.


2. Why is the epididymis needed for reproduction in males?