What is the difference in function between Cowper's gland and the seminal vesicle?
1 Answer
Nov 5, 2016
Secretion of Cowper's gland is not part of semen.
Explanation:
Seminal vesicles are paired glands in male which secrete bulk of the semen (70 to 80%). Vesicles add food for permatozoa in semen, i.e. fructose.
Cowper's glands are also termed bulbourethral glands. Cowper's glands start secreting a sticky, lubricating fluid before actual ejaculation of sperms and semen. The secretion is alkaline, which helps to rinse the acidity from male urethra. Thus secretion from Cowper's glands, helps in penetration by providing lubrication and also offers protection to sperms from acidic environment of male urethra.
