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State the main function of the following-

Prostate Gland


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Prostate Gland:

  1. The prostate gland is a chestnut-shaped gland located between the bladder and penis in males.
  2. Its secretion provides nourishment and protection to the sperms.
  3. The prostate gland muscles also help propel the seminal fluid into the urethra during ejaculation.
  4. Its secretion forms about one-third of the volume of semen and contains various enzymes, zinc, and citric acid.

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