Question

Choose the correct answer from each of the four options given below-

The site of maturation of human sperms is the-

• A. Seminiferous tubule
• B. Interstitial cells
• C. Epididymis
• D. Prostate gland

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Epididymis

The correct option is C.

Explanation of correct option:

1. The epididymis is a highly coiled tube present above the testis.
2. It temporarily stores the sperms where the sperms gain motility.

Explanation of incorrect options:

Option A:

1. The seminiferous tubules are located within the testis.
2. They are the sites of spermatogenesis or the production of sperm from the germinal epithelium.

Option B:

1. The interstitial cells or Leydig cells are responsible for the secretion of testosterone.
2. Testosterone is the male hormone.

Option D:

1. The prostate gland produces the seminal fluid that helps in nourishing and transportation of sperms.

Final answer: The site of maturation of human sperms is the epididymis.