Asked by Veronica Ramos on May 25, 2024

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The ovaries normally produce all of the following except:

A) adrenaline.
B) estradiol.
C) progesterone.
D) estrone.

Estradiol

is a form of estrogen, a female sex hormone involved in the regulation of the reproductive and menstrual cycle.

Progesterone

A hormone produced in the ovaries, placenta (during pregnancy), and adrenal glands, important for regulating the menstrual cycle and maintaining the early stages of pregnancy.

Estrone

A weak estrogen hormone produced by the ovaries and important for female reproductive health.

  • Understand the functions and secretions of various endocrine glands.
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Kyeer GeisingerMay 29, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The ovaries do not produce adrenaline. Adrenaline is produced by the adrenal glands. The other options (estradiol, progesterone, and estrone) are all produced by the ovaries.