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Name the accessory glands of the male reproductive system.

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The accessory glands of male reproductive system are :
(i) Seminal vesicle.
(ii) Bulbouethral gland or cowper.s gland.
(iii) Prostrate gland.
Seminal vesicles : Seminal vesicles secrete seminal plasma having fructose sugar, ascorbic acid, prostoglandins and a coagulating enzyme, namely vesiculase, which helps sperm motility. The seminal plasma is alkaline in nature.
Bulbourethral glands : They secrete a lubricating fluid and helps in the lubrication of penis.
Prostate gland : It secretes a slightly acidic fluid containing citrate, several enzymes and prostate specific antigens.
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