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Q5.    Write short notes on the functions of the following hormones:

          (d) Androgens

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The function of Androgens are given below:

Testosterone:

Testosterone helps in the maturation of sperms.
It stimulates the growth and development of the male reproductive system.
It stimulates the development of secondary sexual characters such as beard and moustache.
It produces anabolic effects on protein and carbohydrate metabolism.

Androsterone:

It affects the masculinisation of the foetus and child, and maintains or creates masculine traits in adults. 

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