2.1 - The Male Reproductive System
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Practice Questions
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What is the main function of the testes?
💡 Hint: Think about what male sex organs are responsible for.
Name the primary male hormone produced by the testes.
💡 Hint: What hormone is famously associated with male traits?
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What organ is responsible for producing sperm?
💡 Hint: Think about the male reproductive organs.
True or False: Leydig cells are responsible for producing sperm.
💡 Hint: Remember what each cell type's primary function is.
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Analyze the hormonal regulation of spermatogenesis and explain how disruptions (e.g., from certain medications or health conditions) could impact fertility.
💡 Hint: Consider the role of each hormone involved in the process.
Discuss the evolutionary advantages of external testes in mammals, particularly in relation to temperature regulation.
💡 Hint: Reflect on the importance of temperature for sperm health.
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