Describe any two hormones produced by the ovaries.

संक्षेप में उत्तर

Progesterone: It is secreted by corpus luteum of the ovary after ovulation. It is essential for thickening of uterine endometrium, thus preparing the uterus for implantation of fertilized ovum. It is responsible for development of mammary glands during pregnancy. It inhibits uterine contractions during pregnancy.
Oestrogen: It is secreted by developing follicles. Estradiol is the main oestrogen. It is responsible for development of secondary sexual characters in females.

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अध्याय 9: Control and Co-ordination - Short Answer 1

अध्याय 9 Control and Co-ordination
Short Answer 1 | Q 3

Mention which of the statements are true (T) and which are false (F). Give reason in support of your answer.

Adrenaline is often described as emergency hormone

Complete the following table by filling in the blanks numbered 1 to 7.

Gland	Hormone secreted	Effect on body
(1) ______	(2) ______	Regulates basal metabolism
Pancreas ("beta" cells)	(3) ______	Controls blood sugar
(4) ______	(5) ______	Increases heart beat
(6) ______	Thyroid stimulating hormone	(7) ______

Write about some functions of adrenal glands.

Adrenaline is also known as emergency hormone.

Describe in brief, an account of disorders of the adrenal gland.

Estrogen is secreted by the corpus luteum.

Which of the following is not a disorder of adrenal cortex?

The hormone which causes stimulation of sympathetic nervous system is ______.

Give reason.

Adrenaline is often described as the emergency hormone.