What are the major functions of male accessory ducts and glands?

The male accessory ducts comprises of : i) vasa efferentia, ii) epididymis, iii) vas deferens and iv) rete testis. These ducts play an important role in the transport and temporary storage of sperms. Whereas, the male accessory glands comprises of : i) seminal vesicles, ii) prostrate glands and iii) bulbourethral glands. Their functions are to secrete fluids that lubricate the reproductive system and sperms. The sperms remain dispersed in the fluid and therefore transportation into the female body becomes smoother. The fluid is rich in ascorbic acid, fructose and certain enzymes. Hence they provide nutrients to sperms and keep them activated.