Several hormones like hCG, hPL, estrogen and progesterone are produced by __________.
A
foetus
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B
placenta
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C
fallopian tube
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D
pituitary gland
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Solution
The correct option is B placenta Placenta is the temporary vascular organ found in mammals during pregnancy. Placenta attaches the foetus to the uterus of the mother during the entire gestation period. It acts as a temporary endocrine tissue and produces hormones like hCG, hPL, estrogen and progesterone. These hormones regulate the fetal development.
Fallopian tube only enables the transport of male sperm cells to the egg (released by the ovary) and it provides a suitable environment for fertilization.
Pituitary produces LH and FSH that stimulate the gonads to produce sex hormones.