In girls, during puberty, the ovaries secrete

Oestrogen

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Progesterone

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Adrenaline

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Growth hormone

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Solution

The correct options are
A
Oestrogen

B
Progesterone

Ovaries secrete two hormones: oestrogen and progesterone. Oestrogen is involved in changes in the ovaries that lead to ovulation and the development of secondary sexual characteristics. Progesterone is involved in the growth and maintenance of uterine lining during pregnancy.

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