Question

Which hormone is responsible for ovulation?

• A. LH
• B. Testosterone
• C. Estrogen
• D. FSH

Answer 1

The correct option is A

LH

The correct option is (A):

Explanation of the correct option:

1. Ovulation is the phenomenon in which the ovary releases an egg every month.
2. Luteinizing hormone (LH) is secreted by the anterior part of the pituitary gland.
3. In women, LH stimulates estrogen and progesterone production from the ovary.
4. A high level of LH produced in the mid menstrual cycle is responsible for ovulation in women.

Explanation of the incorrect options:

Option (B):

1. Testosterone is produced by the male gonad testes.
2. It is responsible for the development of secondary sexual characters in males and the development of reproductive organs.

Option (C):

1. Estrogen is produced by the female gonad called the ovaries.
2. It is responsible for the development of secondary sexual characteristics in females and the development of reproductive organs.

Option (D):

1. FSH stands for a follicle-stimulating hormone that is secreted by the anterior pituitary.
2. It stimulates the gonads to secrete sex hormones in both males and females.

Final answer:

Luteinizing hormone (LH) is responsible for ovulation