Estrogen Is Needed for the Closure of Long Bones After

question 29

True/False

Estrogen is needed for the closure of long bones after the growth spurt in puberty.

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Definitions:

Adrenal Cortex

The outer portion of the adrenal gland that produces steroid hormones which regulate metabolism, immune response, and other essential functions.

Adrenocortical Insufficiency

A condition where the adrenal cortex produces insufficient steroid hormones, such as cortisol and aldosterone.

Addison Disease

A hormonal disorder that occurs when the adrenal glands produce insufficient amounts of certain hormones, notably cortisol and aldosterone.

Diabetes Insipidus

A condition characterized by excessive thirst and excretion of large amounts of severely diluted urine, with reduction of fluid intake having no effect on the concentration of the urine.