The Hormone Responsible for the Development and Maintenance of Female

question 33

Multiple Choice

The hormone responsible for the development and maintenance of female secondary sexual characteristics is

• A) estrogen.
• B) progesterone.
• C) LH.
• D) FSH.
• E) gonadotropin.

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Definitions:

Endocrine System

A network of glands that produce and release hormones directly into the bloodstream to regulate vital body functions, including growth, metabolism, and reproduction.

Brainstem

The structure that connects the cerebrum of the brain to the spinal cord, regulating vital functions including breathing, heart rate, and blood pressure.

Mammillary Bodies

Mammillary Bodies are a pair of small rounded bodies located on the undersurface of the brain that are part of the limbic system and involved in memory recall processes.

Reproductive Hormones

Chemical substances produced by the body that regulate reproduction, including sexual development and function.