In larger terrestrial animals,the testes are in the scrotum rather than in the abdomen because
A) there is lack of room in the abdomen.
B) this provides for a shorter sperm path.
C) this provides a more direct blood supply.
D) it provides greater protection to the testes.
E) It keeps the temperature lower for sperm development

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The scrotum provides a lower temperature environment for the testes, which is necessary for proper sperm development. If the testes were located in the warmer abdominal cavity, the high temperature would be detrimental to the process of spermatogenesis.

In Larger Terrestrial Animals,the Testes Are in the Scrotum Rather