Question

Write two major functions each of testis and ovary.

Answer 1

Functions of the Testis

• They produce male gametes called spermatozoa by the process of spermatogenesis.
• The leydig cells of the seminiferous tubules secrete the male sex hormone called testosterone.
• Testosterone aids the development of secondary sex characteristics in males

Functions of the ovary

• They produce female gametes called ova by the process of oogenesis.
• The growing Graffian follicles secrete the female sex hormone called estrogen. 
• Estrogen aids the development of secondary sex characteristics in females.