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Reproduction The ability of organisms to produce a new generation of themslves. Organism's
genes are transferred to the next genration.
Sexual reproduction Production of a ne gernation of the name species by bringing together the
genetic material of two parents. Gametes are formed by meiosis.
What does meiosis ensure That the nucleus of the gametes have half the total number chromosomes.
Fertilisation Fusion of the nucleus of the male gamete and the nucleus of the female gametes
to produce a zygote
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Male primary sex organs The testis
Ducts and tubules for transport of the sperm Epididymis, vas deferens and urethra
Accessory glands Seminal vesicles, prostrate gland and cowper's glands
External genitalia Penis
Testis Two oval structures suspended between the legs outside the body in the scrotum.
In the embryonic stage of development, the testes are found in the abdominal
cavity just below the kidneys. Before birth they descend into the scrotum.
Structure of the testis Consist of compartments or lobules which contain convoluted tubules >
seminiferous tubules > lined with germinal epithelial cells > enables tubules to
produce sperm for ejaculation. Between the tubules are endocrine cells > the
interstitial cells > cells of leydig.
Functions Sperm cells and testosterone.
Sperm cells are produced by the germinal epithelial cells that line the
seminiferous tubules
Testosterone is produced by the cells of leading
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