After their production, spermatozoa mature and are temporarily stored in the
Correct answer: C. epididymis
- A. seminal vesicles
- B. prostate gland
- C. epididymis
- D. urethra
Explanation
Sperm leaving the seminiferous tubules are not yet motile; they gain the ability to swim while passing through the coiled epididymis where they are stored. The seminal vesicles and prostate only add fluid at the moment of ejaculation.
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