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(B) $1.$ Leydig cells (Interstitial cells): Location: They are located in the regions outside the seminiferous tubules,known as interstitial spaces. F

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Sertoli cells: Seminiferous tubules,provide nutrition; Leydig cells: Interstitial space,produce androgens.

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(B) $1.$ Leydig cells (Interstitial cells): Location: They are located in the regions outside the seminiferous tubules,known as interstitial spaces. Function: They synthesize and secrete testicular hormones called androgens (primarily testosterone). $2.$ Sertoli cells (Nurse cells): Location: They are situated inside the seminiferous tubules,embedded between the germ cells. Function: They provide nutrition to the developing germ cells (spermatozoa) and provide structural support.

Accessory Glands	Functions
$i$. Seminal vesicles	$a$. Lubricates vagina
$ii$. Prostate gland	$b$. Provide energy,coagulation of sperm
$iii$. Cowper's gland	$c$. Neutralizes acidity of vagina

Describe the location and function of Sertoli cells and Leydig cells.

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