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: C
Solution:
Gonads helps in the production of hormones and gametes. In case of males, testes produce sperms and testosterone. 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.