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Describe the structure of a seminiferous tubule.

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(i) Seminiferons tubule is lined by a germinal epithelium having two types of cells : Germ cells and Sertoli cells.
(ii) Germ cells are cuboidal, form bulk of epithelium and produce spermatozoa by spermatogenesis through intermediate stages like spermatogonia, primary spermatocytes, secondary spermatocytes and spermatids.
(iii) Sertoli cells are pyramidal-shaped and provide nutrition to developing sperms.
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MODERN PUBLICATION-HUMAN REPRODUCTION-NCERT FILE (EXERCISE QUESTION)
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  2. Draw a labeled diagram of female reproductive system. Answer

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  3. Write two major functions each of testis and ovary.

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  4. Describe the structure of a seminiferous tubule.

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  5. What is spermatogenesis? Briefly describe the process of spermatogenes...

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  6. Name the hormones involved in regulation of spermatogenesis.

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  7. Define spermiogenesis and spermiation.

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  8. Draw a labeled diagram of sperm.

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  9. What are the major components of seminal plasma?

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  10. What is oogenesis? Give a brief account of oogenesis.

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  11. What are the major functions of male accessory ducts and glands?

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  12. Draw a labeled diagram of a section through ovary.

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  13. Draw a labeled diagram of a Graafian Follicle?

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