Why the testes lie outside the abdominal cavity
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Question 1
2023
Two statements are given, one labelled Assertion (A) and the other labelled Reason (R). Select the correct answer from the options given below.19Assertion (A) : Testes in human males are located outside the abdominal cavity in scrotum. Reason (R) : Scrotum provides a lower temperature than the normal body temperature for sperm formation.Tap an option to check your answer.
Question 2
2023
35 (a)(i) Where are testes located in the human males and why ? State two function of the testes. (ii) In the human female, one of the ovaries releases an egg every month. State the changes that take place if (1) the egg is fertilized, and (2) the egg is not fertilized. (iii) What is done during the surgical method in males and females to prevent pregnancy ?Question 3
2025
22Give reasons : (a) The male reproductive organ responsible for formation of germ cells is located outside the abdominal cavity. (b) The roles of the glands, present along the path of the vas-deferens, are very significant.Question 4
2025
35 (a)(a) Define Puberty. List any two changes seen in boys at the time of puberty. (b) Why are testes in human males located outside the abdominal cavity in scrotum ? (c) List any three techniques of contraception used by humans. Which one of these is not meant for males ?Question 5
2026
16 (a)(i) Name an organ that helps in the formation of male germ cells in humans and also mention the condition that favours the formation of male germ cells. (ii) In male reproductive system, write the pathway followed to deliver male germ cells to the site of fertilisation. (iii) Mention the main physical feature of the male germ cell that helps it move towards the female germ cell.