BIOL251 A002 Sum 20    Tests & Quizzes

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Part 1 of 1 - Part 1 80.0/ 100.0 Points

From chapter 27

Question 1 of 10
What is the purpose of Leydig cells? 10.0/ 10.0 Points

A. To activate the sperm flagellum.

B. To secrete seminal fluid.

C. To support spermatogenesis.

D. To secrete testosterone.

Feedback: Correct. This can be found in the OpenStax Anatomy and Physiology section. Section 27.1.

Question 2 of 10
In addition to testosterone being released into intratesticular secretion, it is also released into systemic circulation for the role of all but which one of the following? 10.0/ 10.0 Points

A. Development of secondary sex characteristics.

B. Nervous tissue development.

C. Muscle development.

D. Bone growth.

Feedback: Correct. This can be found in the OpenStax Anatomy and Physiology section. Section 27.1.

Question 3 of 10
In men during sexual arousal, penile erections occur due to Nitric Oxide being released from what structures? 10.0/ 10.0 Points

A. Testes.

B. Prostate gland.

C. Epididymis.

D. Nerve endings.

Feedback: Correct. This can be found in the OpenStax Anatomy and Physiology section. Section 27.1.

Question 4 of 10
What is the purpose of Sertoli cells? 0.0/ 10.0 Points

A. To support germ cells through the process of spermatogenesis.

B. To secrete testosterone.

C. To secrete seminal fluid.

D. To activate the sperm flagellum.

Feedback: Incorrect. This can be found in the OpenStax Anatomy and Physiology section. Section 27.1.

Question 5 of 10
Around the age of 40 to 50 in men, a reduction in circulating testosterone concentrations can lead to feelings of fatigue, reduced muscle mass, depression, anxiety, irritability, loss of libido, and insomnia. This condition 10.0/ 10.0 Points
is known as:

A. Menopause.

B. Andropause.

C. Testostropause.

D. Androlysis.

Feedback: Correct. This can be found in the OpenStax Anatomy and Physiology section. Section 27.1.

Question 6 of 10
In what structure does spermatogenesis take place? 10.0/ 10.0 Points

A. Seminiferous tubules.

B. Ejaculatory duct.

C. Prostate gland.

D. Glans penis.

Feedback: Correct. This can be found in the OpenStax Anatomy and Physiology section. Section 27.1.

Question 7 of 10
Which hypothalamic hormone contributes to the regulation of the male reproductive system? 10.0/ 10.0 Points  
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B. Follicle-stimulating hormone.

C. Luteinizing hormone.

D. Gonadotropin-releasing hormone.

Feedback: Correct. This can be found in the OpenStax Anatomy and Physiology section. Section 27.1.

Question 8 of 10
What is the function of the epididymis? 10.0/ 10.0 Points

A. Provides nitric oxide needed for erections.

B. Spermatogenesis.

C. Produces the bulk of seminal fluid.

D. Sperm maturation and storage.

Feedback: Correct. This can be found in the OpenStax Anatomy and Physiology section. Section 27.1.

Question 9 of 10
What are male gametes called? 10.0/ 10.0 Points

A. Sperm

B. Testes

C. Testosterone

D. Ova

Feedback: Correct. This can be found in the OpenStax Anatomy and Physiology section. Section 27.1.

Question 10 of 10
What is the function of the seminal vesicles? 0.0/ 10.0 Points

A. Sperm maturation and storage.

B. Produces the bulk of the seminal fluid.

C. Provides nitric oxide needed for erections.

D. Spermatogenesis.

Feedback: Incorrect. This can be found in the OpenStax Anatomy and Physiology section. Section 27.1.

            

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