Question

Give the term used for removal of testes.

Answer 1

Testes:

1. Testes are the primary reproductive organs in the males.
2. A pair of testes are present in humans.
3. They are oval bodies, around 4 to 5 cm in length and 2 to 3 cm wide.
4. Testes are present outside the body in a pouch called the scrotum.
5. Generally, the left testis hangs slightly lower than the right one.
6. The two primary functions of the testes are producing testosterone a male sex hormone and male gametes called sperm.
7. Term used for removal of testes castration.