The First Hormones to Begin the Process of Puberty Are

question 141

Multiple Choice

The first hormones to begin the process of puberty are triggered in the child's _____.

• A) gonads
• B) penis or uterus
• C) adrenal glands
• D) hypothalamus

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Definitions:

Small Intestine

The small intestine is part of the digestive system, responsible for absorbing nutrients from food through its lining into the bloodstream.

Cholesterol

A waxy, fat-like substance found in the cells of all animals, essential for the formation of cell membranes, certain hormones, and vitamin D.

LDL Receptor

A receptor on cell surfaces that binds low-density lipoproteins, playing a critical role in cholesterol metabolism.

HDLs

High-Density Lipoproteins, referred to as "good" cholesterol, help remove other forms of cholesterol from your bloodstream.