Male Reproductive System
Organs
Subtopic
Testes
Produces sperm
sperm are formed inside clusters of tiny coiled tubes which are the testes
produce testosterone (hormone that controls development of physical male body)
Characteristics: deep voice, broad shoulders, & sperm production
scrotum
function: keeps testes 2 to 3 degrees C below regular body temp. for sperm production
external pouch of skin that houses the testes
sperm
has head and tail
contains chromosomes
function: produce sperm & hormone testosterone
Path of Sperm
sperms cells form in testes
semen: sperm mixes w/ fluid
leaves through penis through the urethra (tube in the penis)
muscles in penis contract so urine & semen don't mix
contains nutrients that sperm uses as energy
allows the sperm to swim
