Human Genetics: Concepts and Applications (Lewis), 9th Edition

Chapter 3: Meiosis and Development

Spermatogenesis

View the animation below, then complete the quiz to test your knowledge of the concept.



1.

Spermatogenesis occurs in the
A)epididymis.
B)seminiferous tubules.
C)prostate gland.
D)vas deferens.
E)seminal vesicle.
2.

Which of the following is a correct sequence of cells in spermatogenesis?
A)spermatogonium -> primary spermatocyte -> secondary spermatocyte
B)spermatogonium -> secondary spermatocyte -> primary spermatocyte
C)primary spermatocyte -> secondary spermatocyte -> spermatogonium
D)primary spermatocyte -> spermatogonium -> secondary spermatocyte
E)none of the above
3.

During spermatogenesis, which of the following cells is the first to become haploid?
A)primary spermatocyte
B)secondary spermatocyte
C)sperm cells
D)spermatid
E)spermatogonium
4.

Meiosis II of spermatogenesis results in the formation of secondary spermatocytes.
A)True
B)False
5.

During spermatogenesis, spermatids differentiate into spermatozoa.
A)True
B)False
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