NEETZoologyChemical Coordination and Integration
What are the effects of androgens on the growth of facial and axillary hair?
Options
- AInhibition of growth
- BStimulation of growth
- CNo effect on growth
- DAntagonistic effect on growth
Correct answer
B. Stimulation of growth
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 (s