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What is the function of the scrotum in relation to the testes?
What is the function of the scrotum in relation to the testes?
- Maintaining high temperature for spermatogenesis
- Maintaining low temperature for spermatogenesis (correct)
- Secreting testicular hormones
- Providing protection to the testes
How many compartments called testicular lobules does each testis have?
How many compartments called testicular lobules does each testis have?
- 100
- 150
- 250 (correct)
- 200
Which cells provide nutrition to the male germ cells in the seminiferous tubules?
Which cells provide nutrition to the male germ cells in the seminiferous tubules?
- Sertoli cells (correct)
- Interstitial cells
- Leydig cells
- Spermatogonia
What do Leydig cells present in the interstitial spaces of the testis secrete?
What do Leydig cells present in the interstitial spaces of the testis secrete?
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Where do the seminiferous tubules of the testis open into?
Where do the seminiferous tubules of the testis open into?
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What is the main function of male germ cells in the seminiferous tubules?
What is the main function of male germ cells in the seminiferous tubules?
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Which part of the testis contains small blood vessels and Leydig cells?
Which part of the testis contains small blood vessels and Leydig cells?
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Where is the epididymis located in relation to each testis?
Where is the epididymis located in relation to each testis?
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Which male sex accessory duct connects the rete testis and epididymis?
Which male sex accessory duct connects the rete testis and epididymis?
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What is the shape of each adult testis as described in the passage?
What is the shape of each adult testis as described in the passage?
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