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Due to hypersecretion of which hormone,bones becomes weak in female?

A

PTh

B

TSH

C

Progesterone

D

Estrogen

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding Menopause**: Menopause is a natural biological process that occurs in women, typically around the age of 40-50. During this time, the body undergoes hormonal changes, particularly a decrease in estrogen levels. 2. **Role of Estrogen**: Estrogen is a crucial hormone for various bodily functions, including the maintenance of bone density. It plays a significant role in the regulation of bone formation and resorption. 3. **Impact of Low Estrogen**: As women reach menopause, the significant drop in estrogen levels leads to a decrease in the activity of osteoblasts, which are the cells responsible for bone formation. 4. **Osteoblasts vs. Osteoclasts**: Osteoblasts build new bone, while osteoclasts break down old bone. With lower estrogen levels, osteoblast activity decreases, while osteoclast activity may remain the same or increase, leading to an imbalance. 5. **Resulting Condition**: This imbalance can lead to a condition known as osteoporosis, where bones become weak and more susceptible to fractures. 6. **Conclusion**: Therefore, the hormone responsible for weak bones in females due to hypersecretion (or rather, hyposecretion) is estrogen. **Final Answer**: Estrogen. ---
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