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It is a layer which covers the testes and spermatic cord. |
It is found on the penile shaft, scrotum and foreskin. |
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Striated muscles |
Smooth muscles |
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It is a paired net-like structure, present on both sides of the body covering the testes. |
It forms a wall-like septum which divides the scrotum into two, housing one testis in each division. |
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The cremaster and dartos muscles work together to maintain the temperature of the testicles which is responsible for spermatogenesis. At lower temperatures, they raise the testicals closer to the body to retain heat, while at higher temperatures they relax the scrotum to promote heat loss. |
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It prevents injuries during sex, and moments of fear and flight. |
It is also responsible for mobility, and blood supply to penile skin. |
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It is present only between the ligament connecting the uterus to the labia majora. |
It is less developed, and present beneath the labia majora. |
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