Question

Name the process/term for following statements:

A male gonad responsible for production of sperm

Answer 1

Testes:

1. The reproductive organ which is involved in the production of gametes is called the primary reproductive organ or the gonad.
2. The male gonad, testes is responsible for the production of sperms

Structure and location:

1. The testes/testicles are pair oval structures that are developed in the abdominal cavity adjacent to the kidneys.
2. They descend into the scrotal sac soon after childbirth.
3. They are covered with a fibrous tissue capsule that provides protection.

Function:

1. The testes or the primary male gonad is responsible for the production of sperms and sex hormones such as androgen and testosterone