Question

Identify one organ in (i) male and (ii) female reproductive system of humans which produces gametes and also acts as an endocrine gland. Also name the hormone secreted by each.

Hint:

Testes and ovaries are both gonads and also endocrine glands — they produce gametes and hormones.

Answer 1

(i) Male Reproductive System: Organ: Testes
Function: Produces sperm (gametes) and also secretes hormone testosterone.
(ii) Female Reproductive System: Organ: Ovaries
Function: Produces ova (gametes) and secretes hormones estrogen and progesterone.