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The testes in humans are situated outside the abdominal cavity inside a pouch called scrotum. The purpose served is for:

Correct answer: A. Maintaining the scrotal temperature lower than the internal body temperature

  • A. Maintaining the scrotal temperature lower than the internal body temperature
  • B. Escaping any possible compression by the visceral organs
  • C. Providing more space for the growth of epididymis
  • D. Providing a secondary sexual feature for exhibiting the male sex

Explanation

The testes are situated outside the abdominal cavity within a pouch called scrotum. The scrotum helps in maintaining the low temperature of the testes (2-2.5°C lower than the normal internal body temperature) necessary for spermatogenesis.

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