Question

Describe the functions of the male reproductive system and the details of how they are accomplished?

Answer 1

The key functions of male reproductive system are:

1. To synthesize, maintain, and nourish spermatozoa.

2. To produce semen in which sperms float.

3. To release the sperms in female reproductive tract.

4. To secrete male reproductive hormone.

Testes generally represents male reproductive system. Along with other accessory glands, testes is associated with production of sperms and its transport to female reproductive tract. The process of spermatogenesis is influenced by gonadotropic hormone by anterior pituitary. The presence of testosterone and follicle stimulating hormone is required to carry out spermatogenesis. Tunica albuginea is a membranous shell that contains very fine coiled tubes known as seminiferous tubules. These are lined with a layer of germ cells which develop into spermatozoa right from puberty till old age. The sperm cells get matured at epididymis. These sperm cells move into the vas deferens and expelled through the urethra through urethral orifice.