NEETZoologyChemical Coordination and Integration
What are the effects of androgens on male individuals?
Options
- AStimulation of female secondary sex organs
- BStimulation of muscular growth
- CInhibition of spermatozoa formation
- DStimulation of mammary gland development
Correct answer
B. Stimulation of muscular 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 (sy