In the context of sex and its biological components,which of the following statements is true of gonads?

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Gonads are glands that produce sex hormones, such as testosterone and estrogen, and are responsible for the development of secondary sexual characteristics. In females, the gonads are the ovaries, while in males, the gonads are the testes. They are not responsible for absorbing and expelling nutrients. Hence, option A and C are incorrect, and option D is unrelated to the nature of gonads.

In the Context of Sex and Its Biological Components,which of the Following