The testes are responsible for producing sperm and the hormone testosterone. The scrotum acts as a temperature regulator, keeping the testes at a slightly lower temperature than the rest of the body, as sperm production is most efficient at this slightly lower temperature. The muscles in the scrotum can contract in response to changes in temperature, moving the testes closer to the body to keep them warm or farther away to cool them down.
Overall, the external positioning of the testes in the scrotum is essential for maintaining the proper environment for sperm production and ensuring reproductive health in males.
The testes and sperm are located within the scrotum which is located on the outside of the male bod to regulate a temperature adequate for sperm production.
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