The presence of _____ determines whether a fetus develops female or male sex organs.

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The presence of androgens produced by the fetus determines whether a fetus develops female or male sex organs. Androgens, such as testosterone, are responsible for the development of male sex organs, while their absence allows for the development of female sex organs. Hormones produced by the mother do not determine the sex of the fetus. Progesterone, for example, is crucial in maintaining pregnancy but does not play a direct role in determining fetal sex. Progesterone produced by the fetus is also not involved in the determination of fetal sex.

The Presence of _____ Determines Whether a Fetus Develops Female