Q. Function of scrotum is to maintain the
A) Temperature of testis
B) Body temperature
C) Level of growth hormone
D) Level of male hormone
Explanation
Scrotum maintains the temperature of testis, which is 2-2.5${^\circ}C$ below the body temperature. In winter they reduces their surface area for preventing heat loss, so that temperature remains 34.5-35$℃$. In summer it increase their surface area for cooling, so that the temperature remains 34.5-35$℃$
Reviewed by Dr. Abubacker
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