Reproduction UPSC Questions

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Reproduction MCQ Questions


1.
What is the term used for the period of life when the body undergoes changes leading to reproductive maturity?
A.
Puberty
B.
Adolescence
C.
Childhood
D.
Teenage
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ANSWER :
B. Adolescence
2.
Which hormone is responsible for the development of secondary sexual characteristics in males?
A.
Estrogen
B.
Testosterone
C.
Insulin
D.
Thyroxine
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ANSWER :
B. Testosterone
3.
Consider the following:
1.Bacteria
2.Fungi
3.Virus
Which of the above can be cultured in artificial/synthetic medium?

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A.
1 and 2 only
B.
2 and 3 only
C.
1 and 3 only
D.
1, 2 and 3
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ANSWER :
A. 1 and 2 only
4.
At what age does adolescence typically begin?
A.
8 years
B.
10 years
C.
11 years
D.
13 years
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ANSWER :
C. 11 years
5.
What is the name of the gland that controls the activities of other endocrine glands?
A.
Thyroid gland
B.
Adrenal gland
C.
Pituitary gland
D.
Pancreas
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ANSWER :
C. Pituitary gland
6.
Which of the following is a secondary sexual characteristic in boys?
A.
Development of breasts
B.
Enlargement of ovaries
C.
Growth of facial hair
D.
High-pitched voice
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ANSWER :
C. Growth of facial hair