NEET Biology question

Male's testes are contained in the scrotal sacs because

(A)Other organs do not make space for the testes in the abdominal cavity
(B)Testes in the abdomen will hamper maturation of sperms
(C)It provides temperature that is slightly lower than body temperature required for formation of functional spermsCorrect
(D)It facilitates ejaculation

Answer: (C)

Solution

The scrotum keeps the testes outside the abdominal cavity at a temperature about 2-2.5°C lower than core body temperature, which is essential for normal

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