Difference between Testes and Ovaries
No. | Testes |
Ovaries |
1. | A pair of ovoid glandular organs which are known as the testicles, Mainly functions in the male reproductive system, Male sex hormone and sperm cells are produced by this part, and This is referred as Testes. | The reproductive glands where production of eggs takes place, responsible for the mature egg production and female sex hormones, this is referred as Ovaries. |
2. | Testes are also known for male gonads. | Ovaries are also known for female gonads. |
3. | Testosterone is produced by the Testes. | Progesterone and estrogen is produced by the ovaries. |
4. | Millions of sperm cells are produced by the testes in the male body. | Limited number of eggs are produced by the ovaries in the female body. |
5. | These are male reproductive organs. | These are female reproductive organs. |
6. | Testes are present outside of the male body. | Ovaries are present inside the female body. |
7. | Large number of spermatozoa are produced here. | Small of limited number of ova is produced here. |