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Question
The diagram shown below is the lateral section of the testis of man. Study it carefully and answer the questions that follow:

(i) Label the part I to 4 of the diagram.
(ii) State the functions of the parts labeled 1 and 2.
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Solution
(i)
(1) Sperm Duct
(2) Seminiferous Tubule
(3) Lobes of Testis
(4) Epididymis.
(ii) The function of Sperm Duct: It carries sperms from testis to urethra.
The function of Seminiferous tubule: Here sperms are produced.
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