Question

Assertion: In both the sexes gonads perform dual function.
Reason: Gonads are also called primary sex organs.

[Review question: Pg. No: 245]

• A. A is true but R is false.
• B. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
• C. A is false but R is true.
• D. Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A.

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.

The gonads, the primary reproductive organs, are the testes in the male and the ovaries in the female. These organs are responsible for producing the sperm and ova, but they also secrete hormones and are considered to be endocrine glands.