Which of the following roles is/are played by epididymis, vas deferens, seminal vesicles and prostate in male reproductive system of human?
[amp_mcq option1=”Spermatogenesis and maturation of sperms” option2=”Maturation and motility of sperms” option3=”Spermatogenesis and motility of sperms” option4=”Motility of sperms only” correct=”option2″]
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UPSC CDS-2 – 2018
– Epididymis: Sperm produced in the testes are immature and non-motile. They mature and gain motility (the ability to swim) in the epididymis during their passage through this coiled tube. It also stores sperm.
– Vas deferens: This duct transports mature sperm from the epididymis to the ejaculatory duct during ejaculation. It does not play a significant role in maturation or production.
– Seminal vesicles and Prostate: These are accessory glands that produce the seminal fluid, which mixes with sperm to form semen. This fluid contains substances (like fructose from seminal vesicles and enzymes from the prostate) that provide nutrients and support for sperm motility, survival, and function within the female reproductive tract.
Therefore, maturation (epididymis) and facilitating motility (epididymis and the fluid contributions from seminal vesicles/prostate) are key roles of these structures.