Whose secretion converts spermatid to sperm:
Correct answer: B. Sertoli cells
- A. Cowper's gland
- B. Sertoli cells
- C. Seminal vesicle
- D. Leydig Cells
Explanation
The secretion of the Sertoli cells in the seminiferous tubules of the testes converts spermatids into sperm.The Sertoli cells are a type of cell that supports the development of sperm in the testes. They provide nutrients and growth factors to the developing sperm, and they also help to protect the sperm from the immune system. So correct option is B.
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