testosterone

Meanings

• noun

  A hormone produced primarily in the testes in men and ovaries in women. It plays a key role in the development of male sex characteristics and the maintenance of secondary sexual characteristics.

  - "Testosterone is responsible for the deepening of a boy's voice during puberty."
  - "The use of testosterone supplements by bodybuilders is a common practice to build muscle and increase strength."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with testosterone
sterone , atone , gone

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Variants

List of all variants of testosterone that leads to same result
testosterone , testosterones

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Etymology

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Testosterone was first identified in 1935 by Butenandt and Hanisch, and its chemical structure was determined in 1936.

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Trivia

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1. Testosterone is not only produced in the testes and ovaries, but also in the adrenal glands.

2. Testosterone levels naturally decline with age, a condition known as andropause or male menopause.

3. Testosterone is available in various forms, including injections, gels, and tablets.

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Related Concepts

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1. Androgens: Testosterone is an androgen hormone, which means it promotes the development and maintenance of male characteristics.

2. Estrogen: Testosterone is contrasted with estrogen, another hormone that plays a key role in the development and maintenance of female characteristics.

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Culture

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Testosterone has been a subject of fascination in popular culture, often associated with masculinity, aggression, and virility. It has been portrayed in literature, music, and art, and has been the focus of numerous scientific studies.

How to Memorize "testosterone"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a testicle producing testosterone. Imagine the testosterone molecule as a small ball with specific chemical properties.

2. associate
   

   - Associate testosterone with strength, masculinity, and virility. Imagine a strong, muscular man taking a testosterone supplement.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Testes = Testosterone' to remember the association between the testes and the hormone testosterone.

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