Human Anatomy
9th Edition
ISBN: 9780135168059
Author: Marieb, Elaine Nicpon, Brady, Patricia, Mallatt, Jon
Publisher: Pearson Education, Inc.,
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Chapter 25, Problem 13CYU
What are the male homologues of the following female genital structures: (a) labia majora, (b) clitoris, (c) bulb of the vestibule?
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