Hormones

Question 1

Hormones are responsible for what?

Answer 1

formation of male and female sex characteristics, which may contribute to difference in health concerns experienced by sexes.

Question 2

Can excessive/deficient levels of hormones lead to health problems?

Answer 2

Yes

Question 3

Roles of oestrogen in bone density

Answer 3

Keeps bones strong and maintains bone density. in menopause, levels decline resulting in bone fragility

Question 4

How is oestrogen linked to cvd?

Answer 4

Protective factor, as it is less common in females than in men. May influence fat distribution, as pre menopausal women are pear shaped and others are apple shaped usually.

Question 5

Roles of testosterone?

Answer 5

o Male sex hormone (and small amounts in women)

o Responsible for sex characteristics, sperm production and risk taking behaviour

Question 6

Hormone production is caused by

Answer 6

• Genetics, particularly the sex chromosomes

* Other plausible things like diet