Seminiferous
Seminiferous
Seminiferous (pronunciation: /ˌsɛmɪˈnɪfərəs/) is a term used in anatomy and physiology to describe structures that produce or carry sperm. The term is most commonly associated with the seminiferous tubules, which are located in the testes and are the site of sperm production.
Etymology
The term "seminiferous" is derived from the Latin words "semen" meaning seed and "ferre" meaning to bear. Thus, seminiferous translates to "seed-bearing" or "sperm-producing".
Related Terms
- Seminiferous tubules: These are the specific part of the testes where spermatogenesis, the production of sperm, occurs.
- Spermatogenesis: This is the process by which spermatozoa are produced from spermatogonial stem cells in a series of steps.
- Testes: These are the male gonads that produce sperm and androgens, primarily testosterone.
- Sperm: This is the male reproductive cell, or gamete, in anisogamous forms of sexual reproduction.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Seminiferous
- Wikipedia's article - Seminiferous
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