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Outline the functions of estrogen and progesterone. How do gonadotropic hormones regulate the function of ovarian hormones? With reference to the female reproductive system, provide an example of a negative feedback control system.

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9. Estrogen: helps ony one egg get through by inhibiting follicular stimulating hormone (FSH) such that only one egg gets matured and ready to be released. It also maintains the lining of the uterus.

Progesterone: is produced by yellow bodies (dead ovum) to start menstrual cycle ready for new egg.

Estrogen and progesterone are secreted by the corpus luteum and are needed throughout pregnancy to stimulate the development of the uterus lining (endometrium).