Question

Name the male hormone which is secreted by testes at the onset of puberty in boys.

• A. Estrogen
• B. Insulin
• C. Testosterone
• D. Adrenaline

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Testosterone

The male hormone called testosterone is secreted by the testes at the onset of puberty and brings about the development of secondary sexual characteristics like facial hair, chest hair etc. The onset of puberty and hence secretion of testosterone is under the control of pituitary gland.