Saturday 26 May 2012

BIO 12 UNIT 3: Study Notes

FUNCTIONS OF TESTOSTERONE

1.) Aids in sperm development

2.) Puberty in males (maturation into adulthood)

3.) Results in aggressive behaviour (fighting) and aids in sexual drive [last longer in bed--> longer erection/period of sexual intercourse]

4.) Secondary Sex distinguishing characteristics (identification of males vs. females)

    • Deep voice 

    • Adams Apple

    • Muscles (gained from TESTOSTERONE)

    • Height ("growth spurt")

    • Hair growth (armpit, pubic, chest, facial, leg, arm, etc.)




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