Multiple Choice
Which hormone stimulates sperm production in the male reproductive system?
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16. The Endocrine System
Introduction to the Endocrine System
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Which of the following hormones stimulates the development of the male sex organs and sperm?
A
Testosterone
B
Progesterone
C
Prolactin
D
Estrogen
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Identify the primary male sex hormone responsible for the development of male sex organs and the production of sperm.
Understand that this hormone is produced mainly in the testes and plays a crucial role in male reproductive development.
Recognize that testosterone is the hormone that stimulates the development of male secondary sexual characteristics, such as increased muscle and bone mass, and the growth of body hair.
Differentiate testosterone from other hormones listed: Progesterone, Prolactin, and Estrogen, which are primarily associated with female reproductive functions.
Conclude that testosterone is the hormone that stimulates the development of the male sex organs and sperm production.
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