Question

Which hormone is responsible for the changes noticed in females at puberty?

• A. Oestrogen
• B. Progesterone
• C. Testosterone
• D. Insulin

Answer 1

The correct option is A Oestrogen

• Oestrogen is a hormone which is responsible for changes noticed in females during puberty.
• It is responsible for the development and regulation of the female reproductive system and secondary sex characteristics.
  
• At the onset of puberty, estrogen is responsible for the development of female secondary sexual characteristics. These include breasts, endometrium, regulation of the menstrual cycle, etc.
  
• Hence the hormone responsible for the changes noticed in females at puberty is Oestrogen.
• So, the correct answer is 'Oestrogen'.