Activational Effects of
Sex Hormones at Puberty
(See Figure 9.5 in Text)
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HYPOTHALAMUS secretes: GnRH (Gonadotropin Releasing
Hormone) |
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ANTERIOR
PITUITARY secretes: gonadotropic hormones (FSH & LH) |
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GONADS Secrete: sex
steroids |
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OVARIES Secrete: estradiol (some testosterone) |
TESTES Secrete:
testosterone (some estradiol) |
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hips widen, breast
develop, and other changes |
facial hair, voice
drops, and other changes |