Question

Make a table listing all the components found in semen. For each component in semen, list the relative amounts, site of production and function,

Answer 1

Here is a table listing the major components found in semen, along with their relative amounts, site of production, and function:

Component Relative Amount Site of Production Function

Spermatozoa 2-5% Testes Fertilization of female gametes

Seminal Fluid 65-75% Seminal Vesicles, Prostate Gland, Bulbourethral Glands Provides nutrients and energy for spermatozoa, alkaline pH to neutralize acidic environment of the female reproductive tract

Prostaglandins < 1% Seminal Vesicles, Prostate Gland Stimulate uterine contractions and facilitate movement of spermatozoa through the female reproductive tract

Fructose 5-8 mM Seminal Vesicles Provides energy for spermatozoa

Citrate 50-150 mM Prostate Gland Provides energy for spermatozoa

Acid phosphatase < 1% Prostate Gland Breaks down proteins in the female reproductive tract to facilitate movement of spermatozoa

Zinc 3-4 mM Prostate Gland Essential for sperm formation and function

Fibrinolysin < 1% Seminal Vesicles Breaks down fibrin clots in the female reproductive tract to facilitate movement of spermatozoa

Enzymes (e.g. proteases, lipases) < 1% Prostate Gland, Seminal Vesicles Facilitate breakdown of cervical mucus and other barriers in the female reproductive tract

Note that the relative amounts and specific functions of these components may vary somewhat depending on the individual and other factors.

Answer 2

Here is a table listing some of the components found in semen, along with their relative amounts, site of production, and function:\

Please note that the relative amounts mentioned above are approximate and can vary from person to person.