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Question
Which hormone is secreted by the corpus luteum and helps in the maintenance of pregnancy?
Explanation
Progesterone, secreted by the corpus luteum, helps maintain pregnancy by supporting the uterine lining. This follows from NCERT principle where the relation explains the outcome clearly for students in simple steps.
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