The scrotum functions as a climate-control system for the testicles, which require a temperature slightly cooler than body temperature (between 97 and 99 degrees Fahrenheit or 36 and 37 degrees Celsius) for normal sperm development.

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• Person: Not available Organization: Cleveland Clinic
  Male Reproductive System: Structure & Function - Cleveland Clinic

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• Male Reproductive System: Structure & Function - Cleveland Clinic my.clevelandclinic.org Cleveland Clinic via serper

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• scrotum concept
• testes concept