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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)

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Answer: The correct answer is (c) (iii) and (iv)

Solution: 

Gonads help in the production of hormones and gametes. In the case of males, the testes produce sperm and testosterone. The placenta is formed 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. Hence, (c) is the correct option.

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