Distortion of the Cervix Stimulates Maternal Release of Which Hormone

question 77

Multiple Choice

Distortion of the cervix stimulates maternal release of which hormone?

• A) estrogen
• B) progesterone
• C) oxytocin
• D) relaxin
• E) human chorionic gonadotropin

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Definitions:

Childbirth

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Green Revolution

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Inorganic Fertilizers

Mineral-based compounds applied to soil to supply nutrients required for plant growth, as opposed to organic fertilizers derived from living organisms.

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