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Why are prostate glands and fallopian tubes said to be secondary sex organs?

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Why are prostate glands and fallopian tubes said to be secondary sex organs?

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They are secondary sex organs because they do not produce gametes or secrete sex hormones. Instead, they support reproduction: the prostate adds fluid to semen, while the fallopian tubes transport the ovum and are the usual site of fertilisation.

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Chapter 3: Human Reproduction - EXERCISES [Page 172]

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Sarita Aggarwal Biology [English] Class 12 ISC
Chapter 3 Human Reproduction
EXERCISES | Q II. 1. | Page 172
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