Question

Select all of the functions associated with the accessory glands of the male reproductive system?
a. producing buffers
b. activating spermatozoa
c. production of spermatozoa
d. meeting the nutrient needs of spermatozoa for motility
e. propelling spermatozoa and fluids along the reproductive tract

Answer 1

Answer:

Its B, D and E

Explanation:

The accessory glands of male reproductive system include:

1. Seminal vesicle: These are paired structures. They secrete viscous fluid which constitutes the main part of ejaculate.

2. Prostrate gland: It contributes an alkaline component to the semen.  The alkaline secretions help the sperms to become active and counteract any adverse effects that urine may have on sperms.

3. Bulbourethral gland: a pair, secrete a viscous mucous which acts as a lubricant.

Semen is a mixture of sperms and seminal fluid, which is the liquid portion of semen that consists of secretions of seminal vesicles, prostrate gland and bulbourethral glands.

Semen is slightly alkaline in nature due to higher pH and large volume of fluid from the seminal vesicles. The prostatic secretion gives semen a milky appearance whereas the fluids from the seminal vesicle and bulbourethral glands give it a sticky consistency.