The reproductive system is responsible for perpetuating species through the production of offspring. In males, the testes produce sperm, essential for fertilizing female eggs.
- The male reproductive system also produces hormones like testosterone, influencing sexual development and characteristics.
- In females, the ovaries produce eggs and secrete hormones like estrogen and progesterone, regulating the menstrual cycle and supporting pregnancy.
The female reproductive system also includes the uterus, where a fertilized egg implants and develops into a fetus.
The reproductive systems enable the continuation of life, genetic diversity, and the propagation of species, essential for the survival of organisms and the ecosystem.
