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The hormone which increases the fertility in males is called


A

Estrogen

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Testosterone

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C

Insulin

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D

Growth hormone

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Solution

The correct option is B

Testosterone


The correct option is B.

Explanation for correct option-

  1. The male gonads release testosterone. This hormone controls and manages the growth of the male reproductive organs.
  2. It also controls the development of secondary sexual characters and promotes fertility in males.

Explanation for incorrect options-

Option A:

Estrogen controls the growth of the female genitals and develops secondary sexual characters in females. It promotes fertility in females.

Option C:

Insulin is responsible for lowering blood glucose levels by converting glucose into glycogen.

Option D:

Growth hormone controls the normal growth of an individual's body.

Final Answer: The hormone which increases fertility in males is called Testosterone.


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