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Which of the male accessory glands secretions lubricates penis

A

Seminal vesicles

B

Prostates glands

C

Bulbourethral glands

D

Phallic galnds

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Male Accessory Glands**: The male accessory glands include the seminal vesicles, prostate gland, and bulbourethral glands (also known as Cowper's glands). 2. **Understand the Function of Each Gland**: - The **seminal vesicles** secrete a fluid that contains fructose, which provides energy for sperm. - The **prostate gland** secretes a fluid that contains enzymes and other substances that help nourish and transport sperm. - The **bulbourethral glands** produce a clear, slippery fluid that serves as a lubricant. 3. **Focus on Lubrication**: The question specifically asks which gland's secretion lubricates the penis. Among the three glands, the bulbourethral glands are known for their lubricating function. 4. **Conclusion**: The secretion from the bulbourethral glands is responsible for lubricating the penis during sexual arousal. 5. **Final Answer**: The bulbourethral glands (Cowper's glands) are the male accessory glands that secrete a fluid that lubricates the penis.
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