Definition
noun
A process in the final stage of spermatogenesis by Sertoli cells release the elongated, non-motile spermatids into the lumen of the seminiferous tubules.
Supplement
The released mature spermatids are transported to the epididymis with the aid of the testicular fluid secreted by the Sertoli cells. In the epididymis, the spermatids become motile spermatozoa.
See also: spermiogenesis
Dictionary > Spermiation
You will also like...

Muscle
Muscle cells are specialized to generate force and movement. Learn about the different types of muscle tissues in this t..

Plant Cell Defense
Plants protect themselves by releasing hydrogen peroxide to fight against fungal invasion. Another way is by secreting c..

Developmental Biology
Developmental biology is a biological science that is primarily concerned with how a living thing grows and attains matu..

A Balanced Diet – Carbohydrates and Fat
Apart from vitamins, the human body also requires high energy sources such as carbohydrates and fats. If you want an ove..

Freshwater Ecology
Freshwater ecology focuses on the relations of aquatic organisms to their freshwater habitats. There are two forms of co..

Human Biology – Food and Digestion
This tutorial recognizes the importance of food as a source of energy that will fuel many biological processes. A good d..