Question

what does luteinizing hormone do?

a. stimulates production of sperm

b. stimulates uterine contractions during childbirth

c. regulates the growth of bone and muscle

d. stimulates ovulation in females

Explanation:

To determine the function of luteinizing hormone (LH):

• Option a: Sperm production is stimulated by follicle - stimulating hormone (FSH) in males, not LH.
• Option b: Uterine contractions during childbirth are stimulated by oxytocin, not LH.
• Option c: Growth of bone and muscle is regulated by growth hormone, not LH.
• Option d: In females, LH plays a key role in stimulating ovulation (the release of an egg from the ovary).

Answer:

d. stimulates ovulation in females