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During spermiogenesis, the spermatids are transformed into:

Answer: Motile spermatozoa.

  • A Primary spermatocytes
  • B Motile spermatozoa
  • C Spermatogonia
  • D Secondary spermatocytes

Correct answer: B. Motile spermatozoa

Explanation: Spermiogenesis is the differentiation of non-motile spermatids into mature, motile spermatozoa; their release is called spermiation.

Sagittal section of the human male reproductive system showing the testis, epididymis, vas deferens, seminal vesicle, prostate gland, bulbourethral gland, urethra, urinary bladder and penis

The human male reproductive system: sperm formed in the testis mature in the epididymis and travel via the vas deferens, mixing with secretions of the seminal vesicle, prostate and bulbourethral glands. Image: Wumingbai, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Concept context

Male and female reproductive systems, gametogenesis, fertilization, implantation, pregnancy, and reproductive health.

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