Multiple Choice
Which hormone is secreted by pancreatic alpha cells?
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16. The Endocrine System
Introduction to the Endocrine System
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Which hormone is directly responsible for the development of secondary sex characteristics in males?
A
Progesterone
B
Estrogen
C
Testosterone
D
Cortisol
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Identify the primary male sex hormone responsible for secondary sex characteristics.
Understand that secondary sex characteristics in males include features such as facial hair, deepening of the voice, and increased muscle mass.
Recognize that testosterone is the hormone that plays a crucial role in the development of these characteristics.
Differentiate testosterone from other hormones such as progesterone, estrogen, and cortisol, which have different roles in the body.
Conclude that testosterone is the hormone directly responsible for the development of secondary sex characteristics in males.
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