A man is exposed to a virus which specifically targets and kills sustentacular cells (Sertoli cells). What effect will this have on spermatogenesis?
A)Spermatogenic cells will starve and cease development because they won't receive the nutrients or support they need.
B)Sperm cells will not mature because spermiogenesis will not occur after meiosis.
C)Spermatogonia will not be stimulated to divide because of lack of testosterone secretion.
D)Mature sperm won't be loaded with enough ATP to fuel flagellar movement.

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Sustentacular cells (Sertoli cells) provide nutrients and support for developing sperm cells during spermatogenesis. If they are destroyed by a virus, spermatogenic cells will starve and cease development due to lack of nutrients and support.

A Man Is Exposed to a Virus Which Specifically Targets