Question

The reproductive system has been described as an "unnecessary" body system because it is not needed for the individual to survive. Upon maturation, however, the reproductive system does produce hormones that maintain adult features as well as bone structure. These hormones also influence behavior, blood composition, and metabolism. Discuss your thoughts as to whether or not the reproductive system is unnecessary.

Answer 1

No reproductive system is a necessary body system which regulates the body function. Because all the endocrine glands in the body regulates the normal body mechanism. Thyroid gland and parathyroid hormone is responsible for the bone strength and growth. If there is problem in thyroid gland it results in bone weakness. Any hormonal imbalance affect the whole body as well.

Less estrogen not only affect the fertility of women it also a major risk factor of osteoporosis and cardiac problem in women. The insulin is a hormone and it should be properly regulated by the body to prevent diabetes mellitus. Any reproductive change in hormone results in insulin sensitivity leads to diabetes mellitus.

Reproductive hormone is necessary to lead a healthy normal individual. It act in all the part of the body. Our human health is interconnected to each other and it is dependent on each system so every system is necessary for a healthy individual.