The Gonads

question 66

Multiple Choice

The gonads

• A) consist of the pituitary gland and the ovaries.
• B) are the only glands that secrete steroid hormones.
• C) are the glands responsible for all reproductive differences and sexual functioning.
• D) consist of the ovaries and testes.
• E) both c and d

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