Hormones

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Females (Estrogens)

Establishes reproductive cycles w/Progesterone

Moistens Skin and feminizes shape

Promotes fetal growth and phys. changes during pregnancy

Males (Testosterone)

Promotes growth of facial & chest hair & growth of pharynx

Increases mass and density of muscles & bones

Boosts BMR, & Masculinizes Brain

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Effects common to both sexes

Sex Hormones…

Promote Maturation and Growth of Sex Organs

Promote Elongation of the long bones and eventually trigger the termination of growth

Stimulate the growth of Pubic and Axillary Hair.