1. Male Reproductive System
Yellow Book
Chapter 3 Lesson One
Pg. 29

2. Vocabulary
__________: the male sex hormone produced by the testes and controls the production of sperm.
Sperm: ______________________

3. Male Reproductive System
Testes: male sex glands which produce sperm and manufacture testosterone.
Scrotum: ___________________
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Epididymis: coiled structure located on the back side of each testes
Penis: tube like organ that functions in both sexual reproduction and the elimination of urine
Semen: ___________________
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Vas Deferens: Tube that leads from the epididymis to the urethra
Urethra: __________________
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4. The Reproductive Glands
The purpose of these glands is to add secretions that support the sperm as they move through the reproductive system.
___________: help make the sperm mobile and provide them with nourishment.
___________: secretes an alkaline fluid that mixes with sperm.
___________: secrete a clear mucus into the urethra, neutralizes any acid or urine.

5. Concerns of the Male Reproductive System
Nocturnal Emissions: ejaculations while a male is sleeping.
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Hernia: __________________________
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6. Male concerns continued…
Sterility: the inability to produce offspring
-problems with the sperm
-overheating of the testes
-exposure to certain chemicals
-problems with the male reproductive organs
STD’s: ____________________________
-certain STD’s can lead sterility by damaging the male reproductive system

7. Testicular Cancer -Main risk factor: undescended testes
Signs and symptoms…
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I found early the cure rate is very high. Self exams help with early detection.

8. Prostate Cancer 2nd most common form of cancer in men Symptoms:
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9. Care of the Male Reproductive System
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Proper care (includes but not limited to-wearing proper safety equipment)