describe male gonadial hormones and their function
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Males have testicles, or testes, as their gonads, and females have ovaries as their gonads. Even though the gonads don't look the same in males and females, they actually serve identical functions. The function of the gonads is to produce gametes for reproduction and secrete sex hormones.
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The male gonadial hormone in humans includes testosterone
- Testosterone is a male gonadal hormone which is a type of androgen that is, secreted by the Leydig cells in the testis.
- A high amount of testosterone is required during embryonic development to masculinize the male embryo's external genitalia, as well as male accessory sex organs.
- Testosterone is responsible for overall masculine development.
- Its main functions include:
- Growth of testes
- Growth of secondary sexual characteristics
- Growth of larynx
- Indirectly responsible for thicker bones in men than women
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