A type of cells in human testes which produce testosterone are called:
Correct answer: C. Leydig cells
- A. Germ cells
- B. Sertoli cells
- C. Leydig cells
- D. Spermatocytes
Explanation
Interstitial cells, also known as Leydig cells, are located in the spaces between the seminiferous tubules in the testes. These cells are responsible for producing testosterone, which is a key male sex hormone involved in the development of male reproductive tissues and secondary sexual characteristics. So option C is correct.
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