The hormone that stimulates the growth and development of the mammary glands during puberty is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The hormone that stimulates the growth and development of the mammary glands during puberty is:
A. Progesterone
B. Oxytocin
C. Prolactin
D. Estrogen
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Estrogen promotes ductal growth in breasts and deposition of fat, contributing to breast development at puberty. Progesterone develops alveoli, prolactin synthesizes milk, oxytocin ejects milk.

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