BIO 251 Quiz 9
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From chapter 27
Question 1 of 10
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What is the purpose of Leydig cells?
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A. To activate the sperm flag
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BIO 251 Quiz 9
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Part 1 of 1 - Part 1 100.0/ 100.0 Points
From chapter 27
Question 1 of 10
10.0 / 10.0 Points
What is the purpose of Leydig cells?
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A. To activate the sperm flagellum.
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B. To secrete testosterone.
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C. To support spermatogenesis.
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D. To secrete seminal fluid.
Feedback: Correct. This can be found in the OpenStax Anatomy and Physiology section. Section 27.1.
Question 2 of 10
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In men during sexual arousal, penile erections occur due to Nitric Oxide being released from what structures?
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A. Testes.
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B. Epididymis.
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C. Nerve endings.
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D. Prostate gland.
Feedback: Correct. This can be found in the OpenStax Anatomy and Physiology section. Section 27.1.
Question 3 of 10
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Which hypothalamic hormone contributes to the regulation of the male reproductive system?
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A. Follicle-stimulating hormone.
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B. Androgens.
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C. Luteinizing hormone.
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D. Gonadotropin-releasing hormone.
Feedback: Correct. This can be found in the OpenStax Anatomy and Physiology section. Section 27.1.
Question 4 of 10
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In what structure does spermatogenesis take place?
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A. Seminiferous tubules.
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B. Glans penis.
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C. Prostate gland.
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D. Ejaculatory duct.
Feedback: Correct. This can be found in the OpenStax Anatomy and Physiology section. Section 27.1.
Question 5 of 10
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What is the function of the seminal vesicles?
A. Produces the bulk of the seminal fluid.
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B. Spermatogenesis.
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C. Provides nitric oxide needed for erections.
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D. Sperm maturation and storage.
Feedback: Correct. This can be found in the OpenStax Anatomy and Physiology section. Section 27.1.
Question 6 of 10
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Around the age of 40 to 50 in men, a reduction in circulating testosterone concentrations can lead to feelings of fatigue, reduced muscle mass, depression, anxiety, irritability, loss of libido, and insomnia. This condition is known as:
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A. Menopause.
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B. Andropause.
C. Testostropause.
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D. Androlysis.
Feedback: Correct. This can be found in the OpenStax Anatomy and Physiology section. Section 27.1.
Question 7 of 10
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What is the purpose of Sertoli cells?
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A. To support germ cells through the process of spermatogenesis.
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B. To activate the sperm flagellum.
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C. To secrete testosterone.
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D. To secrete seminal fluid.
Feedback: Correct. This can be found in the OpenStax Anatomy and Physiology section. Section 27.1.
Question 8 of 10
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What is the function of the epididymis?
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A. Provides nitric oxide needed for erections.
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B. Spermatogenesis.
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C. Sperm maturation and storage.
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D. Produces the bulk of seminal fluid.
Feedback: Correct. This can be found in the OpenStax Anatomy and Physiology section. Section 27.1.
Question 9 of 10
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In addition to testosterone being released into intratesticular secretion, it is also released into systemic circulation for the role of all but which one of the following?
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A. Development of secondary sex characteristics.
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B. Nervous tissue development.
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C. Muscle development.
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D. Bone growth.
Feedback: Correct. This can be found in the OpenStax Anatomy and Physiology section. Section 27.1.
Question 10 of 10
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What are male gametes called?
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A. Sperm
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B. Ova
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C. Testosterone
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D. Testes
Feedback: Correct. This can be found in the OpenStax Anatomy and Physiology section. Section 27.1.
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