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Chemically estriadol and testosterone are remarkably similar, differing only in a methyl group and a carbonyl group. In function however they are responsible for every difference seen between males and females.
Testosterone is involved in:
Greater bone density
Larger organ size
Higher muscle mass
Thicker hair growth
Wider shoulder bones and rib cage
Larger voice box (thus deeper voice)
Development of male sexual organs
Aggression and dominance
Estrogen is involved in:
Breast development
Nurturing/maternal behavior
Development of female sexual organs
Increase in fat tissue, particularly around the thighs, hips and breasts
Decelerated height growth
Reduced muscle mass
Wider pelvic bone
Growth of the uterine lining
In pregnancy, suppressed ovulation
Water retentions
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What is the difference between anabolic and androgenic steroids?
what are gonads what is the difference between androgen and estrogen?
Testosterone and estrogen can be both classified by as what type of molecule?
Estrogen and testosterone are classified as steroids. Estrogen and testosterone are present in both men and women, but at different levels.
What is the female equivalent of testosterone?
The female equivalent of testosterone is estrogen.
How is estrogen formed?
estrogen is formed by the granulosa cells of the follicle. Theca interna cells contain leutinizing hormone receptors that convert LH into testosterone. Granulosa cells contain testosterone receptors that convert testosterone to estrogen. These are the basic steps for the production of estrogen.
Does testosterone have twice as many carbon atoms as estrogen?
No, testosterone and estrogen have the same number of carbon atoms (19).
Could you turn Testosterone into Estrogen?
No
What are the effect of estrogen on hysterectomy?
Your estrogen & testosterone will plummet & you will have full Menopausal symptoms.
Do both female and male have both hormones testosterone and estrogen?
yes males and females have both testosterone and estrogen. it depends how it's done.
How testosterone and estrogen end growth at puberty?
Testosterone and estrogen dont stop puberty. The levels just decrease so there is no more growth.
Is the male sex hormones estrogen?
The male hormone is Testosterone. Estrogen is the female hormone but women also have some Testosterone and that is what makes them aroused.
Does honey increase testosterone?
Yes it has a compound that slows the transformation of testosterone into estrogen.
What are the differences between testosterone and the female version of testosterone, and how do they impact the body differently?
Testosterone is a hormone primarily found in males, while the female version of testosterone, called estrogen, is found in females. Testosterone is responsible for male characteristics like muscle mass and facial hair, while estrogen is responsible for female characteristics like breast development and menstrual cycles. These hormones impact the body differently, with testosterone promoting muscle growth and bone density in males, and estrogen regulating the menstrual cycle and supporting pregnancy in females.
