Question

In human males, the testes lie in the scrotum, because it helps in the

• A. process of mating
• B. formation of sperm
• C. easy transfer of gametes
• D. all the above

Answer 1

The correct option is B

formation of sperm

The correct option is B.

Explanation for correct option-

1. The process of the formation of sperm is known as spermatogenesis.
2. Spermatogenesis is a continuous process that gets inhibited at temperatures 37–40⁰C.
3. Hence, the testes are located in the scrotum outside the body, keeping them at a lower temperature and facilitating the proper formation of sperms.

Explanation for incorrect option-

Option A:

The process of mating is influenced by the penis, not the location of the testes.

Option C:

The transfer of gametes occurs through the penis in males, not the testes.

Option D:

Of the given options, only one of the options is correct. Hence, ‘all of the above’ is not the right choice.

In human males, the testes lie in the scrotum because it helps in the formation of sperm.