NEET BIOLOGY

REPRODUCTION

REPRODUCTION IN ORGANISMS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which among the following are not the functions of testes at puberty? (i) Formation of germ cells (ii) Secretion of testosterone (iii) Development of placenta (iv) Secretion of estrogen
A
(i) and (ii)
B
(i) and (iii)
C
(ii) and (iv)
D
(iii) and (iv)
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Final answer: Development of the placenta and secretion of estrogen is not the function of the testes at puberty.

Detailed explanation-2: -At puberty in females, the female reproductive organ is responsible for the development of the placenta and secretion of estrogen whereas the male reproductive organ testes is responsible for producing germ cell and secreting testosterone.

Detailed explanation-3: -The Testis has following three functions. First, it produces spermatozoa, the male gametes. Second, it synthesizes testosterone, the principal male sex hormone. Third, it participates with the hypothalamus-pituitary unit in regulating reproductive function.

Detailed explanation-4: -Answer and Explanation: Which is not a function of testosterone? Mammary gland development is stimulated by the hormone estrogen.

Detailed explanation-5: -The testicles have two primary functions: The first is to produce sperm and the second is to produce and discharge hormones, primarily testosterone. These two functions make them an indispensable part of the male reproductive system.

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