The small paired structures at the base of the penis that secrete a thick, alkaline mucus are the
A) preputial glands.
B) Bartholin glands.
C) bulbo- urethral glands.
D) seminal vesicles.
E) prostate glands.

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The bulbo-urethral glands, also known as Cowper's glands, are small paired structures located at the base of the penis. They secrete a thick, alkaline mucus that helps to neutralize any acidic urine residue in the urethra and lubricate the urethra for sperm passage.

The Small Paired Structures at the Base of the Penis