Which of the following glands are responsible for 70% of the synthesis of semen?
A) the seminal vesicles
B) the bulbourethral glands
C) the prostate
D) the pituitary

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The seminal vesicles contribute 60-70% of the volume of semen through the secretion of a fluid containing fructose, prostaglandins, and other substances. The bulbourethral glands contribute a small amount of mucus to semen, and the prostate contributes about 25-30% of the volume through the secretion of a milky fluid containing enzymes, citrate, and prostate-specific antigen. The pituitary gland is not directly involved in the synthesis of semen, but it does regulate the production of testosterone, which is necessary for sperm production.

Which of the Following Glands Are Responsible for 70% of the Synthesis