types of hormones

Question 1

define what a hormone is

Answer 1

a chemical substance produced in the body to regulate the body and control the activity of cells or organs.

Question 2

describe what oestrogen does

Answer 2

Involved in the development of the reproductive system
Controlled by the corpus luteum
Triggers ovulation (release of an egg)
Causes the development of organs in the baby and aids in blood flow in the foetus

Question 3

describe what progesterone does

Answer 3

Ensures the thickness of the endometrium during pregnancy
Maintains the functionality of the placenta
Prevents sudden movements and contraction of the uterus

Question 4

describe what FSH does

Answer 4

Maturation of the follicles (corpus luteum)
Produced within pituitary gland

Question 5

describe what LH does

Answer 5

Development of the corpus luteum
Final maturation of the follicles

Question 6

describe what hCG does

Answer 6

Maintains corpus luteum, for preventing any further release of an egg (ovulation)
Responsible for morning sickness
Produced in the placenta when the female becomes pregnant

Question 7

describe what relaxin does

Answer 7

A hormone that aids in softening the cervix

Question 8

describe what ocytocin does

Answer 8

Causes uterus contractions for childbirth
Triggers milk production (prolactin also stimulates milk secretion)
Released in hypothalamus