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by which structures are the testes suspended in the scrotum ?

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Scrotal sacs act as thermoregulators and keep the testicular temperature `2^@C` lower than body for normal spermatogenesis, as high abdominal temperature may kill the spermatogenic tissue. Thermoregulation is maintained by spermatic cord and smooth muscles of scrotum.
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