The temperature required by reproductive cells of birds and most mammals is ____.
A) higher than the rest of the body
B) lower than the rest of the body
C) the same as the internal organs of the body
D) fluctuating in direct opposition to changes in body temperature

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Reproductive cells in birds and most mammals require a temperature lower than the rest of the body. This is why the testes are located outside of the body cavity in males, and why females experience a menstrual cycle to regulate the temperature of their reproductive organs. Maintaining a cooler temperature allows for proper sperm and egg development.

The Temperature Required by Reproductive Cells of Birds and Most