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Describe the erectile tissues of the penis. How does erection occur?
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27. The Reproductive System
Anatomy of the Male Reproductive System
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The primary sex organ(s) of the male is/are the __________.
A
prostate
B
seminal vesicle
C
testes
D
penis
E
epididymis
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Identify the primary function of male sex organs, which is to produce and deliver sperm.
Understand that the primary sex organs, also known as gonads, are responsible for producing gametes (sperm in males).
Recognize that the testes are the male gonads, which produce sperm and secrete male sex hormones.
Differentiate between primary and secondary sex organs: primary sex organs produce gametes, while secondary sex organs support the reproductive process.
Conclude that the testes are the primary sex organs in males, as they fulfill the role of producing sperm.
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