What are the major functions of male accessory ducts and glands?
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Major functions of male-accessory ducts are:
  • Aid in sperm transport.
  • Temporary storage of spermatozoa.
Male accessory glands secretions constitute the seminal plasma. These secretions are rich in fructose, ascorbic acid, citrate, calcium, certain enzymes and prostaglandins. These secretions nourish and activate the spermatozoa to swim.
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