Write two major functions each of testis and ovary.
Explanation A) Function of Testes in humans: It acts as a primary reproductive organ in males as it is responsible for the production of the male gamete, sperm. This process is called the spermatogenesis. The androgen, testosterone, is produced by interstitial cells of the testis and is responsible for the secondary sexual characteristics in males. B) Function of Ovaries in humans: It acts as a primary reproductive organ in females and is responsible for oogenesis, i.e. formation of egg. Female sex hormones, namely oestrogen and progesterone, for the development of secondary sexual characteristics. Final Answer Testes produce sperm and sex hormones such as androgen and testosterone that are responsible for secondary sexual characteristics in males. Ovaries produce ova and sex hormones such as oestrogen and progesterone that are responsible for secondary sexual characteristics in females.
