Penis Map Answers

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1. Bladder:

• What It Is: A hollow organ that stores urine.

• Why It's Important: It allows for the controlled release of urine, helping to maintain urinary health and fluid balance.

2. Pubic Bone:

• What It Is: A bone located in the lower front part of the pelvis.

• Why It's Important: Provides structural support and protection for pelvic organs.

3. Root of the Penis:

• What It Is: The base part of the penis that attaches to the pelvic bones.

• Why It's Important: Anchors the penis to the body, providing stability during erection and intercourse.

4. Vas Deferens:

• What It Is: A duct that transports sperm from the epididymis to the ejaculatory ducts.

• Why It's Important: Essential for the movement of sperm during ejaculation.

5. Penis Shaft:

• What It Is: The elongated, cylindrical part of the penis.

• Why It's Important: Contains erectile tissue that becomes engorged with blood to facilitate erection.

6. Corpus Cavernosum:

• What It Is: One of two columns of erectile tissue in the penis.

• Why It's Important: Fills with blood to enable erection.

7. Corpus Spongiosum:

• What It Is: A column of spongy tissue surrounding the urethra.

• Why It's Important: Prevents the urethra from pinching closed during erection, ensuring semen can be ejaculated.

8. Epididymis:

• What It Is: A coiled tube at the back of each testis.

• Why It's Important: Stores and matures sperm cells.

9. Glans Penis:

• What It Is: The sensitive bulbous tip of the penis.

• Why It's Important: Plays a crucial role in sexual arousal and pleasure.

10. Foreskin (Prepuce):

• What It Is: The retractable fold of skin covering the glans penis.

• Why It's Important: Provides protection and lubrication for the glans penis.

11. Testis:

• What It Is: Male reproductive glands that produce sperm and testosterone.

• Why It's Important: Essential for reproduction and the production of male hormones.

12. Scrotum:

• What It Is: A pouch of skin containing the testes.

• Why It's Important: Regulates the temperature of the testes for optimal sperm production.

13. Rectum:

• What It Is: The final section of the large intestine.

• Why It's Important: Stores feces before they are expelled from the body.

14. Ampulla:

• What It Is: An enlarged portion of the vas deferens.

• Why It's Important: Acts as a reservoir for sperm.

15. Seminal Vesicle:

• What It Is: Glands that secrete seminal fluid, which is a major component of semen.

• Why It's Important: Provides nutrients and fluid to support and transport sperm.

16. Ejaculatory Duct:

• What It Is: A duct formed by the union of the vas deferens and the seminal vesicle duct.

• Why It's Important: Transports semen to the urethra during ejaculation.

17. Prostate Gland:

• What It Is: A gland surrounding the urethra at the base of the bladder.

• Why It's Important: Produces a fluid that nourishes and protects sperm.

18. Cowper’s Gland:

• What It Is: Small glands located below the prostate.

• Why It's Important: Produces a pre-ejaculate fluid that lubricates the urethra and neutralizes any acidity.

19. Corpus Spongiosum:

• What It Is: A column of spongy tissue surrounding the urethra.

• Why It's Important: Prevents the urethra from pinching closed during erection, ensuring semen can be ejaculated.

20. Urethra:

• What It Is: A tube that carries urine from the bladder and semen from the ejaculatory ducts out of the body.

• Why It's Important: Essential for the excretion of urine and the ejaculation of semen.

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