Question

Differentiate between sertoli cells and spermatids.

Answer 1

Sr. No.	Feature	Sertoli Cells	Spermatids
1.	Origin/Formation	Sertoli cells are not formed from spermatogonia; they are permanent supporting cells of the testis.	Spermatids are formed from the meiotic division of spermatogonia (specifically after Meiosis II).
2.	Location	They are attached to the basement membrane of the seminiferous tubules.	They are located near the lumen (the central opening) of the seminiferous tubules.
3.	Primary function	Their main function is to provide nutrition, support, and protection to developing germ cells.	Their main function is to differentiate and develop into mature spermatozoa (sperm cells).
4.	Cell division	These cells do not undergo division during the process of spermatogenesis.	These cells do not divide further; they only undergo structural changes to become sperm.