Human Reproductive System - Male Anatomy

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What are the primary functions of the penis in the male reproductive system?
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The primary functions of the penis are for sexual intercourse, delivering sperm to the female reproductive system, and excretion of urine.
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What are the main parts of the penis?
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The main parts of the penis are the root, the body (or shaft), and the glans (or tip).
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What is the role of the urethra in the penis?
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The urethra carries urine from the bladder and sperm from the reproductive system to the outside of the body.
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Describe the function of the erectile tissue.
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Erectile tissue fills with blood to allow the penis to become erect for sexual intercourse.
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What is the foreskin and its biological function?
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The foreskin is a piece of skin that covers the glans of the penis. Its functions include protection of the glans and keeping it sensitive.
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What is circumcision?
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Circumcision is the surgical removal of the foreskin from the penis.
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How does the penis contribute to reproduction?
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The penis delivers sperm into the female reproductive tract during sexual intercourse.
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What is the role of the glans?
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The glans is the sensitive tip of the penis that plays a significant role in sexual arousal and sensation.
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What is the prepuce and where is it located?
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The prepuce, or foreskin, is located at the distal end of the penis, covering the glans.
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Explain the difference between the dorsal and ventral side of the penis.
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The dorsal side is the top, and the ventral side is the underside of the penis when erect.
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What is Peyronie’s disease?
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Peyronie’s disease is a condition characterized by the development of fibrous scar tissue inside the penis, which causes curved, painful erections.
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What is the corpus cavernosum?
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They are two columns of erectile tissue that run along the length of the shaft of the penis.
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What is the corpus spongiosum?
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It is a column of erectile tissue that surrounds the urethra and prevents it from pinching closed during an erection.
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What is the average pH range of urine?
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The average pH range of urine is typically between 4.6 and 8.0.
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How does the nervous system contribute to penile erection?
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The nervous system sends signals that increase blood flow to the penis, leading to an erection.
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