Seminiferous Tubules Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
What is true about the seminiferous tubules?
A
There are 1 to 3 in each compartment
2
Q
What do the seminiferous tubules contain?
A
Contains cells undergoing spermatogenisis
3
Q
What are the steps of sperm development?
A
Spermatogonia create spermatocytes, then the secondary spermatocytes, and then sperm
4
Q
How long does spermatogenisis take?
A
Approximately 74 days
5
Q
Where is the mitochondria found in the sperm and why is it needed?
A
Mitochondria is found in the middle for energy
5
Q
What are the three parts of the sperm?
A
Sperm consists of a head, middle, and tail
6
Q
What does the head of the sperm contain?
A
The nucleus
