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Shannalee Sands
on Dec 21, 2024
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A fetus develops male or female genitalia due to the presence or absence of male hormones.
Male Hormones
Steroid hormones, such as testosterone, that are primarily produced in males and responsible for the development of male secondary sexual characteristics.
Genitalia
The external and internal sex organs and structures that are involved in reproduction and sexual function.
Fetus
A prenatal human between the embryonic state and birth.
- Describe the role of hormones and genes in the sexual differentiation process.
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Learning Objectives
- Describe the role of hormones and genes in the sexual differentiation process.
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