Hormones Flashcards
1
Q
A chemical substance secreted by an organ of the body.
A
Hormones
2
Q
A reproductive hormone that is produced by the hypothalamus gland.
A
Gonadotrophin releasing hormone (GnRH)
3
Q
2 hormones produced by the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland.
A
- Follicle stimulating hormone (FSH)
- Luteinizing hormone (LH) also known as Insterstitial cell stimulating hormone (ICSH)
4
Q
The sex hormones that control male reproductive development and behavior.
A
Androgens
5
Q
The production of androgens triggers a maturing stage called __?
A
Puberty
