Which of the Following Is Responsible for the Cessation of Reproductive

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is responsible for the cessation of reproductive cycles in women?

• A) The hypothalamus no longer produces gonadotropin releasing hormone.
• B) The anterior pituitary no longer produces lutenizing hormone.
• C) The ovaries no longer produce estrogen.
• D) The ovaries are unable to respond to lutenizing hormone or follicle stimulating hormone.
• E) The ovaries no longer produce progesterone.

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Definitions:

Platysma

A superficial muscle in the neck that plays a role in facial expression.

Risorius

A muscle of facial expression, drawing the corner of the mouth laterally, thus creating expressions like grinning.

Lateral Pterygoid

A muscle of the jaw involved in opening the mouth and moving the jaw from side to side.

Mandible

The lower jawbone, which is the largest and strongest bone in the human face.