Question

Which among the following is not the function of testes at puberty?
(i) Formation of germ cells
(ii) Secretion of testosterone
(iii) Development of placenta
(iv) Secretion of estrogen

• A. (i) and (ii)
• B. (ii) and (iii)
• C. (iii) and (iv)
• D. (i) and (iv)

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

(iii) and (iv)

Gonads have a dual function, production of hormones and gametes. In the male, testes produce sperms and testosterone.

Placenta develops in females during pregnancy. It has a number of functions, like the production of hormones, nutrition, excretion etc. Estrogen is a female hormone produced by the ovaries (female gonads). Thus, the correct answer is option C.