Question

Match the following:
$\begin{array}{cc}& \\ \text{Accessory glands}& \text{Function}\\ \text{i. Seminal vesicle}& \text{A. Lubricates the urethra for ejaculation}\\ \text{ii. Prostate gland}& \text{B. Serves as an energy source for sperm}\\ \text{iii. Cowper’s gland}& \text{C. Nourishes and enhances motility of sperm}\end{array}$

• A. i-A; ii-C; iii-B
• B. i-B; ii-A; iii-C
• C. i-B; ii-C; iii-A
• D. i-C; ii-B; iii-A

Answer 1

The correct option is C i-B; ii-C; iii-A

• The male reproductive system consists of accessory glands and they include seminal vesicles, prostate gland and cowper’s gland. These glands secrete fluids which enrich the semen.
• Seminal vesicle secretes a fluid that serves as an energy source for sperm.
• Prostate gland secretes a fluid that nourishes, protects and enhances the motility of the sperm.
• Cowper’s gland lubricates the urethra for ejaculation. It also protects the sperm from residual acidic urine in the urethra.