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The fluid portion of semen is contributed mainly by the seminal vesicles, prostate and the:

Answer: Bulbourethral glands.

A Rete testis
B Epididymis only
C Seminiferous tubules
D Bulbourethral glands

Correct answer: D. Bulbourethral glands

Explanation: Secretions of the seminal vesicles, prostate and bulbourethral (Cowper's) glands together make up the seminal plasma of semen.

Sagittal section of the human male reproductive system showing the testis, epididymis, vas deferens, seminal vesicle, prostate gland, bulbourethral gland, urethra, urinary bladder and penis

The human male reproductive system: sperm formed in the testis mature in the epididymis and travel via the vas deferens, mixing with secretions of the seminal vesicle, prostate and bulbourethral glands. Image: Wumingbai, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

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Male and female reproductive systems, gametogenesis, fertilization, implantation, pregnancy, and reproductive health.

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