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Which hormone plays a central role in initiating puberty in both males and females?
Options
A Estrogen
B Gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH)
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C Testosterone
D Luteinizing hormone (LH)
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Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

GnRH is the master hormone released from the hypothalamus that stimulates the pituitary gland to release FSH and LH, thereby initiating the hormonal cascade of puberty in both sexes.

Hint

This hormone is released from the brain and acts on the pituitary gland.

Question Info

Course: ZOO 101
Topic: ZOO 101 Past Questions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
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