Biology: The Dynamic Science (MindTap Course List)
Biology: The Dynamic Science (MindTap Course List)
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Author: Peter J. Russell, Paul E. Hertz, Beverly McMillan
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 42.4, Problem 4SB
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The molecular class of estradiol and progesterone. Also, the action of these hormones in the body.

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Progesterone is a progestin and estradiol is a major estrogen. The ovaries and testes that is the gonads produce progesterone and estrogen hormones. The hypersecretion of estrogen and progesterone causes premature sexual development. The hypo-secretion of these hormones inhibits sexual development.

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