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What is the significance of the testes being located in scrotal sacs? [3 MARKS]

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Significance: 3 Marks

Sperms are produced in the testes at a temperature 2 to 3C lower than that of the body. This temperature is regulated in a strange manner through the movements of the scrotum wall. When it is too hot, the skin of the scrotum loosens so that the testes hang down away from the body. When it is cold, the skin contracts in a folded manner and draws the testes closer to the body for warmth.

If the testes fail to descend into the scrotum prior to birth, it may lead to sterility as the high temperature of the body does not permit maturation of sperms.

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