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| gametes | general term for reproductive cells; cells with 23 chromosomes |
| spermatozoa | sperm cells; male gametes |
| testis; testicle | small male organ that produces spermatozoa and testosterone |
| seminiferous tubules | tubes in which sperm form in the testes |
| spermatogenesis | production of sperm |
| epididymis | coiled tube that sits above the testis and stores sperm |
| scrotum | sac that encloses and supports testicles outside of the body |
| vas deferens | tube that carries spermatozoa from the epididymis to the ejaculatory duct |
| seminal vesicle | gland located below the bladder that joins with the vas deferens; produces a substance that nourishes the spermatozoa |
| prostate gland | gland located under the bladder that secretes fluid to aid in the motility of sperm |
| bulbourethral glands | small glands located under the prostate; produce a fluid that lubricates and flushes the urethra for the passage of semen |
| penis | column of erectile tissue which fills with blood during sexual stimulation |
| glans penis | tip of erectile tissue on the penis covered by the prepuce |
| prepuce | penis foreskin |
| circumcision | removal of the prepuce |
| urologist | medical doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating disorders of the urinary and male reproductive tracts |
