A male who is unable to produce the enzyme aromatase will experience all of the following symptoms except for

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Aromatase is responsible for converting androgens to estrogens. A deficiency in aromatase would lead to decreased estrogen levels, which would not directly cause stunted growth at puberty. Instead, it could lead to continued growth after puberty and potentially unlimited growth of the limb bones due to the lack of estrogen's role in closing the epiphyseal plates. Additionally, it could affect sperm maturation and decrease sperm production due to the imbalance in sex hormones.

A Male Who Is Unable to Produce the Enzyme Aromatase