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Human Reproduction

Question
CBSEENBI12003160

Accessory sexual character in female is promoted by

  • androgen

  • progesterone

  • estrogen

  • testosterone

Solution

C.

estrogen

Estrogens are secreted by cells of Graafian follicles. Estradiol is the principal feminizing estrogen. It stimulates the development of female secondary sex characteristics during puberty and maintains them through the reproductive years of adult life.