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What is spermatogenesis? - Biology

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What is spermatogenesis?

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Spermatogenesis is the process by which male spermatogonia develop into adult male gametes called spermatozoa. It begins at puberty and usually lasts until death, with only a tiny decline in the amount of sperm produced as age increases.

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Chapter 3: Human Reproduction - NCERT EXERCISES [Page 116]

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Nootan Biology [English] Class 12 ISC
Chapter 3 Human Reproduction
NCERT EXERCISES | Q 6. (i) | Page 116

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