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How do Organisms Reproduce? — Science STD 10 — Question

CBSE BoardEnglish MediumSTD 10ScienceHow do Organisms Reproduce?2 Marks
Question
What are the functions performed by the testis in human beings?
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Answer

Two functions performed by the testis in human beings are as follows:
  1. It secretes the hormone testosterone, which is responsible for the secondary sexual changes in males.
  2. It produces sperm, which participate in fertilisation.

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