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The testes in human males are located outside the abdominal cavity in the scrotum to maintain a lower temperature than the body to optimize sperm production. Sperm production is less efficient at body temperature.

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What is the medical term for hormone produced by the testis?

The medical term for hormone produced by the testis is testosterone. This is a hormone that is produced by males and is responsible for various functions in males.


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What are some changes which happen during puberty?

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Does puberty in males have anything to do with spermatogenesis?

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Meiosis is cell division of the germ cells, the egg and sperm. It occurs in the ovary in females and testis in males.


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