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Sertoli cells are found in

A

Pancres and secrete cholecystokinin

B

Ovaries and secrete progesterone

C

Adrenal cortex and secrete adrenaline

D

Seminiferous tubules and secrete ABP and inhibin

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Identify the Question**: The question asks where Sertoli cells are found. 2. **Understand Sertoli Cells**: Sertoli cells are somatic cells located in the testis. They play a crucial role in the male reproductive system. 3. **Locate the Options**: The options provided include: - Pancreas (secretes cholecystokinin) - Ovaries (secrete progesterone) - Adrenal cortex (secretes adrenaline) - Seminiferous tubules (secrete androgen-binding protein and inhibin) 4. **Analyze the Options**: - **Pancreas**: Not related to Sertoli cells. - **Ovaries**: Related to female reproductive functions, not Sertoli cells. - **Adrenal Cortex**: Related to adrenal hormones, not Sertoli cells. - **Seminiferous Tubules**: This is where Sertoli cells are located and function in spermatogenesis. 5. **Confirm the Correct Answer**: Since Sertoli cells are found in the seminiferous tubules and are essential for sperm formation, the correct answer is option D: Seminiferous tubules. 6. **Summarize the Function**: Sertoli cells support the development of sperm cells and secrete substances such as androgen-binding protein (ABP) and inhibin, which are important for regulating spermatogenesis. **Final Answer**: Sertoli cells are found in the seminiferous tubules. ---
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AAKASH SERIES-HUMAN REPRODUCTION-EXERCISE-III
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  4. Match Column-I with Column-II and select the correct option using the ...

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  7. Identify the correct statement on 'inhibin'

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  8. Which of the following layers in an antral follicle is acellular?

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