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Which of these is not an associated function of the increased maternal hormones estrogen, progesterone, prolactin, and cortisol?(a) Development of fetus(b) Metabolic changes in the mother(c) Maintenance of pregnancy(d) LactationThis question was addressed to me in class test.This intriguing question originated from Human Reproduction in chapter Human Reproduction of Biology – Class 12

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The correct answer is (d) Lactation

The explanation: The MATERNAL increase in the hormones is RESPONSIBLE for the development and GROWTH of the fetus, maintenance of pregnancy, and the changes in metabolism in mother essential for the proper nourishment of fetus. Lactation is not a part of pregnancy. It occurs after the BABY has been DELIVERED.



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