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ZOO 101 The Role of Hormones in Human Reproduction Objective Question

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Which hormone mainly stimulates milk production after childbirth?
Options
A Oxytocin
B Prolactin
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C Estrogen
D Progesterone
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Prolactin is the primary hormone responsible for stimulating the synthesis of milk in the mammary glands after childbirth.

Hint

Its name indicates its function is 'for milk'.

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