BIOMOLECULES AND ENZYMES

BIOLOGY

HORMONES

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the function of the hormone testosterone?
A
Controls metabolic rate and brings about balanced growth
B
controls glucose level of the blood
C
prepares body for emergency
D
controls growth and development of male reproductive system
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -It is an androgen, meaning that it stimulates the development of male characteristics. Present in much greater levels in men than women, testosterone initiates the development of the male internal and external reproductive organs during foetal development and is essential for the production of sperm in adult life.

Detailed explanation-2: -In men, it’s thought to regulate sex drive (libido), bone mass, fat distribution, muscle mass and strength, and the production of red blood cells and sperm. A small amount of circulating testosterone is converted to estradiol, a form of estrogen.

Detailed explanation-3: -Testosterone is the most important androgen (male sex hormone). You need it to have normal reproductive and sexual function. Testosterone is important for the physical changes that happen during puberty, such as the development of the penis, testicles, facial and body hair, and muscle growth.

Detailed explanation-4: -It is responsible for the development of male accessory sex organs, muscular growth, and secondary sexual characters. It regulates spermatogenesis and libido in males. They also regulate bone mass, fat distribution, muscle mass, and strength.

Detailed explanation-5: -Without adequate amounts of testosterone, men become infertile. This is because testosterone assists the development of mature sperm. Despite being a male sex hormone, testosterone also contributes to sex drive, bone density, and muscle strength in women.

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