Testes are extra abdominal in position Which of the fol
| Testes are extra abdominal in position. Which of the following is the most appropriate reason for this?
A. Narrow pelvis in male
B. Special protection from testis
C. Prostate gland and seminal vesicles occupy maximum space
D. 2.0−2.5∘C lower than the normal body temperature.
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Right Answer is: D
SOLUTION
The scrotum is a pouch-like structure of pigmented skin arising from the lower abdominal wall and hanging between the legs. Sperms develop the best when the temperature of testes is about 2.0−2.5∘C lower than the internal body, and this is the reason why the testes are the scrotal pouch outside the body.