Humans reproduction

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MALE reproductive system

testes

scrotum*

penis

epididymis*

vas deferens (sperm ducts)

urethra

seminal vesicle

prostate gland

Cowper's gland

erectile tissue

FEMALE reproductive system

ovary

oviduct (=site for fertilization)

cervix (dilate to pass foetus)

vagina (acidic: reduce bacterial growth)

uterus (implantation,protect&provide environment,

push out foetus)

The glands (seminal vesicles, prostate glands, Cowper's gland) >> secrete seminal fluid

activate and nourishes sperm

provide medium sperm to swim

neutralizes the acidity of vagina

sexual gametes:

MALE: sperm

FEMALE: ova,ovum

Produce sexual gametes:

MALE: testes

FEMALE: ovary

Transportation of gametes:

MALE: epididymis&vas deferens&urethra

FEMALE: oviduct

*beating action of cilia & peristaltic contraction

For copulation:

MALE: penis

FEMALE: vagina

Epididymis : store sperm temporarily

Scrotum : allow an optimum temp. (2-3'c)