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During puberty, testis secretes testosterone.

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The testis is the main functional part of the male reproductive system. Some specialised cells of the testis secrete the male hormone, testosterone during puberty. Testosterone is responsible for the formation of sperm as well as secondary sexual characteristics in males.

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