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Also Known As	scrotal sac

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Medical illustration of the male reproductive system in cross-section, showing labeled anatomical structures such as the penis, testis, scrotum, prostate, urethra, seminal vesicle, and associated ducts and glands.

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Muscles of facial expression, human anatomy, (Netter replacement project - SSC). Human face, human head.

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Male muscle, man flexing arm, bicep curl.

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