Which of the following statements are true of the male reproductive glands and penis (Select all that apply)?
A)The secretion of the bulbourethral glands lines the urethra just before ejaculation.
B)Erection of the penis is the result of vasodilation brought about by parasympathetic impulses.
C)The longest part of the urethra is within the prostate gland.
D)The seminal vesicles secrete glycogen as nourishment for sperm.
E)The striated muscle of the prostate gland contributes to ejaculation,which is a sympathetic response.
F)The secretions of the prostate gland contribute to the slight alkalinity of seminal fluid.

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A) The bulbourethral glands secrete a fluid that lines the urethra just before ejaculation to neutralize any acidic urine that may be present.
B) Parasympathetic impulses cause vasodilation of the blood vessels in the penis, resulting in an erection.
C) The longest part of the urethra is actually in the penile shaft, not within the prostate gland.
D) The seminal vesicles secrete fructose, not glycogen, as a source of energy for sperm.
E) The striated muscle of the prostate gland does contribute to ejaculation, but it is actually a parasympathetic response (not sympathetic).
F) The secretions of the prostate gland are slightly alkaline (pH of around 7.5) which helps to neutralize the acidic environment of the vagina and improve sperm survival.

Which of the Following Statements Are True of the Male