NEET2011ZoologyHuman ReproductionActual
The testes in humans are situated outside the abdominal cavity inside a pouch called scrotum. The purpose served is for
Options
- Aescaping any possible compression by the visceral organs
- Bproviding more space for the growth of epididymis
- Cproviding a secondary sexual feature for exhibiting the male sex
- Dmaintaining the scrotal temperature lower than the internal body temperature
Correct answer
D. maintaining the scrotal temperature lower than the internal body temperature
Step-by-step solution
The testes in humans are situated outside the abdominal cavity in scrotal sacs. This is because the temperature of scrotal sacs is 25^ C less than internal body temperature.