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. Spermatogonia will not be stimulated to divide because of lack of testosterone secretion.
C. Mature sperm won't be loaded with enough ATP to fuel flagellar movement.
D. Sperm cells will not mature because spermiogenesis will not occur after meiosis.


Answer: A

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