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semenor seminal fluidWhitish viscous fluid emitted from the male reproductive tract that contains sperm and liquids (seminal plasma) that help keep them viable. Sperm cells, produced by the testes in humans, represent 2–5% of semen volume; fluids from tubules, glands, and storage areas of the reproductive system bathe them as they travel down, nourishing them, keeping them motile, or participating in certain chemical reactions. During ejaculation, liquids from the prostate gland and seminal vesicles dilute the sperm and provide a suitable, slightly alkaline environment. An average ejaculation of a human male expels 0.1–0.3 cu inches (2–5 ml), containing 200–300 million sperm. seminal fluid [′sem·ə·nəl ‚flü·əd] (physiology) How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Seminal emissions were defined as the expulsion of seminal fluid followed by a coagulating plug. Somewhere down the line, fallopian tubes and seminal fluid came into play. For example, male fruit flies include a mild toxin in their seminal fluid that harms other males' sperm and reduces the tendency of the female to re-mate. |
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