Explain the Voluntary Abandonment Defense

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Essay

Explain the voluntary abandonment defense.What do proponents of the defense say to support their argument? What do opponents of the defense say to support their argument? Which side do you agree with? Why?​

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Definitions:

Sex Hormones

Biochemical substances produced by the endocrine system that regulate the development and function of reproductive organs and influence secondary sexual characteristics.

Epiphyseal Plate

A growth plate located at the ends of long bones, where new bone tissue is produced during childhood and adolescence.

Long Bones

Bones that are longer than they are wide, primarily consisting of a shaft and two ends, which are mostly found in the appendicular skeleton such as the femur and humerus.

Articular Cartilage

Smooth, white tissue that covers the ends of bones where they come together to form joints, minimizing friction and absorbing shock.