Q. The testes in humans are situated outside the abdominal cavity inside a pouch called scrotum. The purpose served is for
A) Escaping any possible compression by the visceral organs
B) Providing more space for the growth of epididymis
C) Providing a secondary sexual feature for exhibiting the male sex
D) Maintaining the scrotal temperature lower than the internal body temperature
Explanation
The testes in humans are situated outside the abdominal cavity in scrotal sacs. This is because the temperature of scrotal sac is $25℃$ lesss than internal body temperature.
Reviewed by Dr. Abubacker
Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist
Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.