Question

What is the role of seminal vesicles and the prostate gland?

Answer 1

Seminal vesicle:

1. In human man, the seminal vesicles are accessory glands whose secretion are alkaline, slimy, and have a pH of roughly 7.4.

Role:

1. It activates sperm.
2. The secretion consists of fructose, ascorbic acid, and chemical messengers, enzymes.
3. Fructose works by supplying energy.
4. The seminal vesicles'

Prostate gland:

1. A bilobed structure present at the junction of vasdeferens and the tube connecting the urinary bladder is known as the prostate gland.

Role:

1. As the sperm travels through the urethra, the prostate gland secretes an alkaline fluid that makes up around 25 to 30% of the semen, providing easy transport for the sperm.
2. Sperm production is stimulated by the secretion of the prostate gland.
3. It does not allow the sperm to coagulate.