Male Reproductive System, Sexuality, and Gender Identity

Flashcards covering the male reproductive system, and definitions of gender identity and sexual orientation.

What is the function of the scrotum?

It protects the testicles and regulates their temperature.

What is the role of the urethra?

It carries urine and semen out of the body.

What two substances do the testicles produce?

Testosterone and sperm.

What is the function of the prostate gland?

It adds fluid to the ejaculate that helps sperm.

What percentage of ejaculatory fluid is produced by the seminal vesicle?

80%

What is the function of the Cowper's Gland?

It produces a clear, slippery fluid to neutralize acid in the urine.

Where is the epididymis located and what is its function?

It's a coiled tube on the back of each testicle that stores and matures sperm.

What is the role of Follicle-stimulating Hormone (FSH) in the male reproductive system?

To produce sperm.

What is the role of Luteinizing hormone (LH) in the male reproductive system?

Continues the process of creating sperm.

What role does testosterone serve?

Helps develop certain characteristics such as muscle mass and strength.

What are the three parts of sperm and their functions?

Head (stores DNA), Midpiece (contains mitochondria), and Tail (helps swim).

Define Sex as it is described in the lecture notes.

The body type assigned medically through an ultrasound.

Define Gender as it is described in the lecture notes.

A social construct to classify a person as a man or woman.

What is gender identity?

The identity someone refers to or sees themselves as.

What is sexual orientation?

Sexual feelings, thoughts, or attractions towards other people.