Question

A sac-like pouch in which testes lie outside the abdominal cavity is called

• A. scrotum
• B. penis
• C. urethra
• D. sperm duct

Answer 1

The correct option is A

scrotum

The correct option is A.

Explanation for correct option-

1. Testes are the paired oval-shaped structures lying within a pouch-like structure called the scrotum.
2. The scrotum plays a crucial role in maintaining the cool temperature (4 to 5 degrees lower than normal body temperature) in the male reproductive system for the formation of sperms.

Explanation for incorrect options-

Option B:

The penis is an erectile, thick muscular organ in males through which sperm and urine move out of the body. Thus, it is an incorrect option.

Option C:

The urethra is a long tube that runs along the penis and helps eliminate urine. Thus, the urethra is also an incorrect option.

Option D:

The sperm duct is a tube present below each oval testicle that transports the sperm. Hence, it is the incorrect option.

The sac-like pouch that contains the testes outside the abdominal cavity is called the scrotum.