Question

The scrotum maintains a temperature how much lower than normal body temperature?

Options

• 4–4.5°C lower

• 2–2.5°C lower

• 1–1.5°C lower

• 3–3.5°C lower

Answer 1

The scrotum maintains a temperature 2–2.5°C lower than normal body temperature. This lower temperature is essential for spermatogenesis, as normal body temperature would inhibit proper sperm production.