Question

Which of these supports pregnancy and stimulates milk secretion?

(a) Corpus luteum

(b) Ovum

(c) Progesterone

(d) Estrogen

The question was posed to me in an interview.

I'm obligated to ask this question of Chemical Control and Coordination topic in portion Chemical Control and Coordination of Biology – Class 11

Answer 1

The correct choice is (c) Progesterone

To explain: Ovaries release two steroid hormones known as estrogen and progesterone which are a part of female reproductive system. Progesterone helps with the formation of alveoli and the process of secretion of milk.