Which term describes the process of sperm production in the testes?

The process of sperm production in the testes is called spermatogenesis. This term specifically refers to the entire series of events that occur in the male gonads, leading to the formation and maturation of sperm cells, starting from spermatogonia (the initial germ cells) through various stages including spermatocytes, spermatids, and ultimately resulting in mature spermatozoa. Spermatogenesis occurs in a series of well-defined steps, which are critical for producing functionally capable sperm that can participate in fertilization.

Oogenesis, on the other hand, refers to the development of female gametes (ova) in the ovaries, which is distinct from the process occurring in testes. Spermiogenesis is a subset of spermatogenesis and refers specifically to the final transformation of spermatids into mature sperm; however, it does not encompass the entire production process. Gamete formation is a more general term that includes both sperm and egg production but does not specifically indicate the process occurring in males, further distinguishing it from the specific term spermatogenesis.