The corpus cavernosum, a mass of tissue rich in venous channels, is present in the:

a. Epididymis
b. Penis
c. Prostate gland
d. Rete testis
e. Vas deferens


ANS: B
The corpus cavernosum fills with blood during sexual activity and is responsible for penile erec-tion.

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