Question

A primary spermatocyte matures into __________ spermatids having ____________ chromosomes:

a. millions of, 46
b. four, 23
c. one, 46
d. millions of, 23
e. four, 46

Answer 1

Option (b).

Step-by-step explanation:

Spermatogenesis may be defined as the process of development of the haploid spermatozoa in the testis of the male. The stem cell divides by the process if mitosis.

A single primary spermatocyte is mature into four spermatid by the process of meiosis. The process of development of spermatid occurs by the meiosis division (reduction division) so the cells have 23 chromosomes.

Thus, the correct answer is option (b).