Write the location and functions of the following in human testes:
  1. Sertoli cells.
  2. Leydig cells.
CBSE OUTSIDE DELHI - SET 2 2014
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  1. Location: Lined inside the Seminiferous tubules.
Functions: Provide nutrition to the germ cells/sperms.
  1. Location- Outside Seminiferous tubules/Intrerstitial space.
Functions- Synthesize or secrete male hormones/Testicular hormones/Androgens.
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