Question

Why are the testes located outside the abdominal cavity scrotum?

• A. Because sperm formation requires more spaces.
• B. Because sperm formation requires a lower temperature.
• C. Because sperm formation requires higher temperature.
• D. None of the above.

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Because sperm formation requires a lower temperature.

The correct option is B.

Explanation of the correct option:

1. Testes is the primary male reproductive organ located outside the abdominal cavity in the scrotal sac.
2. Scrotal sac helps to maintain the temperature of testes for the process of spermatogenesis.
3. Spermatogenesis process requires lower temperature.

Explanation of the incorrect option:

Option A:

Sperm formation occurs in the testes through the process of spermatogenesis.

Option C:

The process of spermatogenesis requires (3ºC) below normal body temperature of 37ºC .

Option D:

This option is incorrect as it contains None of the above.

Final answer:

The testes located outside the abdominal cavity scrotum because sperm formation requires a lower temperature.