Asked by Connor Schumacker on Jul 04, 2024
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Which of the following statements regarding glands of the male reproductive system is false?
A) The seminal vesicles open into the membranous urethra.
B) The prostate gland surrounds the prostatic urethra and ejaculatory ducts.
C) The bulbourethral glands enter the spongy urethra at the base of the penis.
D) The prostate gland contains smooth muscle partitions covered with columnar epithelium.
E) The seminal vesicles are sac-shaped glands located next to the ampullae of the ductus deferentia.
Seminal Vesicles
Glandular structures located near the prostate that produce a significant portion of the fluid that becomes part of semen, rich in proteins and enzymes that support sperm viability and motility.
Membranous Urethra
Portion of the male urethra, approximately 1 cm in length, extending from the prostate gland to the beginning of the penile urethra.
Columnar Epithelium
A type of epithelial tissue consisting of single or multiple layers of tall, elongated cells, often found lining the gut and respiratory tract.
- Distinguish between the various male reproductive glands and their contributions to seminal fluid.
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Nobuhle ZwaneJul 07, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The seminal vesicles actually open into the ejaculatory ducts, not directly into the membranous urethra. This is a key aspect of the male reproductive anatomy, where the seminal vesicles contribute fluid to the semen before it enters the urethra via the ejaculatory ducts.
Learning Objectives
- Distinguish between the various male reproductive glands and their contributions to seminal fluid.