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Biology Question on chemical coordination and integration

Appearance of male secondary characters in females is

A

Addison's disease

B

Adrenal virilism

C

Acromegaly

D

Osteitis fibrosa cystica

Answer

Adrenal virilism

Explanation

Solution

The correct option is(B): Adrenal virilism.

"Adrenal virilism" refers to a condition where there is an excessive production of male sex hormones (androgens) by the adrenal glands, which are located above the kidneys. This overproduction of androgens can lead to the development of male secondary sexual characteristics in females.