spermatocyte

(noun)

A male gametocyte, from which a spermatozoon develops.

Related Terms

  • axoneme
  • spermatid
  • spermatogonium
  • spermatozoa

Examples of spermatocyte in the following topics:

  • Spermatogenesis

    • Each primary spermatocyte divides into two secondary spermatocytes and each secondary spermatocyte into two spermatids or young spermatozoa.
    • Thus, the primary spermatocyte gives rise to two cells, the secondary spermatocytes, which in turn produce four spermatozoa.
    • Secondary spermatocytes later divide into haploid spermatids.
    • 2) Spermatidogenesis: The creation of spermatids from secondary spermatocytes.
    • Diagram of the steps of spermatocytogenesis, including type Ad spermatogonium, type Ap Spermatogonium, type B spermatogonium, primary spermatocyte, and secondary spermatocyte.
  • Semen

    • Sertoli cells, which nurture and support developing spermatocytes, secrete a fluid into seminiferous tubules that helps transport sperm to the genital ducts.
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