The process of formation of gametes in the testes is called: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The process of formation of gametes in the testes is called:
A. Gametogenesis
B. Oogenesis
C. Fertilization
D. Spermatogenesis
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Spermatogenesis is the production of haploid spermatozoa from diploid spermatogonia in the seminiferous tubules of the testes. Oogenesis is egg production, gametogenesis is the general term for both, fertilization is fusion.

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