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Male Repro. System
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Testes | Two egg shaped structures that are located on the outside of the male body. These organs produce sperm and the male sex hormone: testosterone. |
| Scrotum | This pocket of skin hangs under the penis and holds the testes and epididymus. It keeps the sperm cool. |
| Secondary male sex characteristics | Deep voice, growth of body hair, bigger muscles. Started by the hormone testosterone |
| Sperm | the male sex cell |
| Gamete | the scientific name for sex cell |
| Epididymus | The coiled tube where sperm is stored. From here, sperm are transported to the Vas Deferens. |
| Vas Deferens | This thin muscular tube that transports the sperm from the epididymus to the urethra. |
| Penis | the male reproductive organ. It delivers sperm through the urethra. |
| Semen | the combination of fluid and sperm. |
| Bladdar | This organ is the muscular sac that stores urine |
| Prostate Gland | This walnut sized gland surroundsa portion of the urethra and produces some of the fluid in semen |
| Urethra | This is the tube that carries semen and urine out the penis |
| Testosterone | This is the hormone that causes males to develop a deep voice, bigger muscles, facial hair, and also stimulates the production of sperm. |