Prepare a list of hormones which control the following functions —
- Causes an increase in the length of bones through mineralisation of the matrix of cartilage located at the terminal parts of long bones.
- Transforms ruptured follicle into a temporary endocrine gland namely corpus luteum and provides necessary stimulation for the secretion of progesterone hormone from that gland.
- Inhibits the production of glucose in liver from protein and lipids.
- Causes contraction of uterine muscles during parturition.
WBBSE
Class X
Life Science
01 (c) Animal Hormone
02 Mark
2022
| Increases the length of bones by mineralisation of cartilage matrix. | Growth hormone |
| transforms ruptured follicle into corpus luteum and stimulates secretion of progesterone. | Luteinizing hormone (LH) |
| Inhibits formation of glucose in the liver from proteins and lipids. | Insulin |
| Causes contraction of uterine muscles during childbirth. | Oxytocin |
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