Which of the following is necessary for the fetus to develop female gonads?
A)lack of testosterone exposure
B)presence of Y chromosome
C)estrogen
D)progesterone
E)both estrogen and progesterone

Question

Which of the following is necessary for the fetus to develop female gonads? ​
A)lack of testosterone exposure
B)presence of Y chromosome
C)estrogen
D)progesterone
E)both estrogen and progesterone

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Female gonads (ovaries) develop in the absence of testosterone exposure during fetal development. Testosterone is produced by the testes in males and can cause the development of male gonads (testes). The presence of a Y chromosome is necessary for the development of male gonads, but not for female gonads. Estrogen and progesterone play important roles in regulating the menstrual cycle and maintaining reproductive health, but they are not necessary for the initial development of gonads.

Which of the Following Is Necessary for the Fetus to Develop