Question
Define spermiogenesis and spermiation.
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Answer
Spermiogenesis is the process of transformation of spermatids into mature flagellated spermatozoa (sperms). Spermiation is the process of release of mature spermatozoa. In this spermatozoa are shed into the lumen of seminiferous tubule for transport.
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