ICSE Class X Biology 2022 Solved Papers

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What is Adrenal Virilism? What causes this condition?
Solution:  
If there is an overgrowth of adrenal cortex in a mature woman, she develops certain male characteristics such as beard, moustaches and deep male voice. This condition is known as Adrenal virilism.
It is caused due to excess of androgens in females.
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