When Spermatogonia Divide, the Daughter Cells are Called

Question

When spermatogonia divide, the daughter cells are called
A) spermatogonia.
B) spermatocytes.
C) spermatids.
D) sperm.
E) Sertoli cells.

Accepted Answer

When spermatogonia divide, the daughter cells are called spermatocytes. Spermatids are formed from the further division of spermatocytes, and sperm are formed from the further development of spermatids. Sertoli cells are supportive cells within the testes that provide nutrients and structural support for developing sperm.