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प्रश्न
Explain the term Androgens.
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उत्तर
Androgens: These are the male sex hormones that have been produced by the interstitial cells of the testes. The androgens are essential for the maturation of sex organs, development of the sperm, and for promoting secondary sexual characters such as beard, mustache, the deepening of the voice, etc.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Differentiate between spermatogenesis and spermiogenesis.
Sketch the labelled diagram.
Human male reproductive system.
Name the Following
The male gamete (male reproductive cells) of mammals.
Name the Following
The structure in which testes are present in man.
Name the Following
Muscular extension of cauda epididymis.
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All are accessory ducts in males, EXCEPT
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The figure given ahead is an organ system of humans. Study the same and answer the following questions.
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- Identify the organ system.
- Label the guidelines 1 to 7.
- Write one important role of parts 3 and 6.
- Name the cells of part 1 that produce testosterone.
- What is the significance of the part 1 being located in a separate sac suspended outside the body?

