Physiology of the Male Reproductive System Flashcards
1
Q
What is spermatogenesis?
A
The production or development of mature spermatozoa.
2
Q
What is spermatocytogenesis?
A
Spermatocytogenesis is the male form of gametocytogenesis and involves stem cells dividing to replace themselves and to produce a population of cells destined to become mature sperm.
3
Q
How many chromosomes are in each primary spermatocyte?
A
46 (diploid number; doubled strands)
4
Q
How many chromosomes are in each secondary spermatocyte?
A
23 (haploid number; doubled strands)
5
Q
How many chromosomes are in each spermatogonium?
A
46 (diploid number; single strands)
6
Q
How many chromosomes are in each spermatid?
A
23 (haploid number; single strands)
7
Q
How many chromosomes are in each spermatozoa?
A
23 (haploid number; single stands)
