10.5-Steriods: Natural and Synthetic Flashcards
1
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Testosterone
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The main male sex hormone, which stimulates and controls the development of male secondary sexual characteristics.
2
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Estrogens
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Predominantly female sex hormones, including estradiol, that trigger sexual development.
3
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Progestins
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Predominately female sex hormones, including progesterone, that control the menstrual cycle.
4
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Synthetic hormone
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A hormone created by humans that behave like natural hormones.