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Why are the sperms are formed in the scrotum?


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Sperm formation in the scrotum:

  1. Sperm is the male gamete.
  2. In humans, sperm formation occurs in testicles that are present in the scrotum and requires a lower temperature than the average body temperature.
  3. The scrotum is the bag of skin (loose pouch-like structure) that holds and helps to protect the testicles.
  4. The temperature of the testicles needs to be 2°C cooler than the inside of the body.
  5. This is why the scrotum is located outside the body and is the reason for which sperms are formed inside it.

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