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ZOO 101 Maturation, Reproduction and Sexuality in man Objective Question
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What causes an erection of the penis?
Options
A Muscle contraction.
B Bone rigidity.
C Erectile tissue filling with blood during sexual arousal.
Correct Answer
D Increased air pressure.
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The penis contains erectile tissue (corpora cavernosa and corpus spongiosum) which fills with blood during sexual arousal, causing an erection.

Hint

This is a hydraulic process.

Question Info

Course: ZOO 101
Topic: Maturation, Reproduction and Sexuality in man
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 654 of 2214
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