Question

Seminiferous tubules are present in

• A. testes
• B. ovaries
• C. vas deferens
• D. uterus

Answer 1

The correct option is A

testes

The correct option is A.

Explanation of correct option:

1. Testes are paired oval structures placed in a sac termed as scrotum. It forms the part of male reproductive system.
2. Each testes is divided into lobules which contain numerous coiled seminiferous tubules.
3. Seminiferous tubules are involved in sperm production and storage.

Explanation of incorrect options:

Option B:

1. Ovaries are paired oval-structures which are responsible for producing ova.
2. It also releases female sex hormones.

Option C:

1. Vas deferens is a long muscular tube that starts from the tail of epididymis to the pelvic cavity, over the urinary bladder.
2. It helps in the transfer of sperms.

Option D:

1. Uterus is a pear-shaped bag where the implantation of fertilized egg occurs.
2. It is a part of the female reproductive system.

Final answer: Seminiferous tubules are present in testes.