What is the purpose of the bulbourethral glands in the male reproductive system?

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Question 1 of 5

What is the purpose of the bulbourethral glands in the male reproductive system?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The purpose of the bulbourethral glands is to lubricate the urethra before ejaculation. This lubrication helps to neutralize any acidic urine remnants in the urethra, providing a more suitable environment for sperm to pass through. The other choices are incorrect because: A: Sperm is produced in the testes, not the bulbourethral glands. B: Testosterone is mainly produced in the testes and adrenal glands. C: Semen is produced by the seminal vesicles, prostate gland, and sperm from the testes.

Question 2 of 5

What part of the female reproductive system produces estrogen?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: Ovary. The ovary is the primary organ responsible for producing estrogen in the female reproductive system. Estrogen is mainly produced by the ovarian follicles. It plays a crucial role in regulating the menstrual cycle, maintaining bone density, and promoting the development of female secondary sexual characteristics. The other choices, B: Uterus, C: Fallopian tube, and D: Cervix, do not produce estrogen. The uterus is responsible for implantation and gestation of a fertilized egg, the fallopian tube is where fertilization occurs, and the cervix is the lower part of the uterus that connects to the vagina.

Question 3 of 5

Which structure secretes the fluid that makes up most of semen?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 4 of 5

Which hormone is responsible for stimulating the release of milk from the mammary glands?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 5 of 5

What is the function of the vas deferens in the male reproductive system?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

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