Question

These glands of the female reproductive system of human beings are homologous to the prostate gland of male:

• A. Skene's glands
• B. Bartholin's glands
• C. Mammary glands
• D. Bulbo urethral glands

Hint:

Skene's glands are often referred to as the "female prostate" because they share similar embryonic origin and function with the prostate gland in males.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

The question asks for the glands of the female reproductive system that are homologous to the prostate gland in males. 

Step 1: Skene's glands are small exocrine glands located near the female urethra. They are considered homologous to the prostate gland in males due to their embryonic origin from the same tissue. 

Step 2: Bartholin's glands are responsible for lubrication, not homologous to the prostate. Mammary glands are responsible for milk production and not homologous to the prostate. Bulbourethral glands are responsible for secreting pre-ejaculate fluid in males. Thus, the correct answer is option (1): Skene's glands.