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Testes
The primary male reproductive organs located in the scrotum, responsible for producing sperm cells and secreting testosterone.
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Epididymis
A coiled tube located on the back of each testis, serving as a storage and maturation site for sperm cells.
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Vas Deferens
A muscular tube that transports mature sperm from the epididymis to the urethra.
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Seminal Vesicles, Prostate Gland, and Bulbourethral Glands
Accessory glands that produce seminal fluid, which nourishes and protects sperm. Seminal vesicles provide fructose as an energy source, the prostate gland enhances sperm motility, and the bulbourethral glands produce a lubricating fluid.
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Urethra
A tube that carries both urine and semen out of the body, passing through the penis.
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Penis
The external male reproductive organ consisting of erectile tissue that fills with blood during sexual arousal, causing an erection.