NEETZoologyChemical Coordination and Integration
What are the effects of androgens on male accessory sex organs?
Options
- ANo effect on development and functions
- BStimulation of development and functions
- CInhibition of development and maturation
- DBoth (b) and (c)
Correct answer
B. Stimulation of development and functions
Step-by-step solution
Androgens regulate the development, maturation and functions of the male accessory sex organs like epididymis, vas deferens, seminal vesicles, prostate gland, urethra etc. These hormones stimulate muscular growth, growth of facial and axillary hair, aggressiveness, low pitch of voice etc. Androgens play a major stimulatory role in the process of spermatogenesis (formation of spermatozoa). Androgens act on the central neural system and influence the male sexual behaviour (libido). These hormones produce anabolic (sy