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Question
Spermatogenesis in mammalian testes is controlled by ______.
Options
Luteinising hormone
Follicle stimulating hormone
FSH and prolactin
GH and prolactin
Solution
Spermatogenesis in mammalian testes is controlled by Follicle stimulating hormone.
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