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What are the functions performed by testes in human beings?

Class 10th NCERT - Science 8. How do Organisms Reproduce?

Answer :

Testes perform 2 functions in human beings, basically males (testes are a part of male reproductive system; located outside the abdominal cavity in scrotum)-

• The produce male gametes/ sex cells known as sperms.

• Also, they produce male sex hormone testosterone which is responsible for appearance of secondary sexual characters in boys, for example- beard, moustache, deep voice, etc.

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