Question

Which of the following is a mismatched pair of hormones and their action?

• A. Growth hormone – Growth of the body
• B. FSH – stimulates the development of ovarian follicles
• C. Prolactin – Milk ejection
• D. Oxytocin – Uterine contraction

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Prolactin – Milk ejection

The correct option is C.

Explanation for Correct option:

1. Prolactin is a hormone produced by the pituitary gland.
2. It is a small gland at the base of the brain.
3. Prolactin causes the breasts to grow and synthesis of milk during pregnancy and after birth of child,it is not related with milk ejection.

Final answer:

The mismatched pair of hormones and their action is Prolactin – Milk ejection