Asked by Angelique Roberts on Apr 29, 2024
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A functional advantage of having human testes in the scrotum rather than in the abdomen is
A) there is more room in the scrotum and the testes can grow bigger.
B) a shorter sperm duct.
C) a more direct blood supply.
D) lower temperature.
E) greater protection to the testes.
Scrotum
Saclike structure of a male that houses the testes.
Sperm Duct
Also known as the vas deferens, it is a tube that carries sperm from the epididymis to the ejaculatory ducts in anticipation of ejaculation.
Testes
The male reproductive organs that produce sperm and hormones, primarily testosterone.
- Understand the physical makeup and functionalities of male and female reproductive systems.
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Nikita SharmaApr 30, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The scrotum provides a lower temperature than the abdomen, which is essential for sperm development and viability. If the testes were in the abdomen, the higher internal temperature would decrease sperm production and motility.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the physical makeup and functionalities of male and female reproductive systems.