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What are testes and ovaries?


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Human reproductive system:

  1. In humans, reproduction entails the union of male and female gametes produced in the reproductive system.
  2. The male reproductive system consists of - the testes, penis, scrotum, vas deferens, and accessory glands.
  3. The female reproductive system consists of - a pair of ovaries, fallopian tubes, uterus, and vagina.

Testes:

  1. They are also known as testicles and are primary male sex organs.
  2. They are two oval-shaped male reproductive glands that produce sperms and testosterone.

Ovary:

  1. A pair of ovaries are present in the females, regarded as the primary sex organs in females.
  2. Ovum is produced and stored in the ovaries.
  3. They also create estrogen, a female sex hormone.


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