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Chapter 17: Q. 17.83 (page 611)

What are estrogen receptors?

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Estrogen receptors are the proteins packed inside the cells. It leads to cell division and regulates hundreds of cells.

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We have to find out the function of estrogen receptors.

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The estrogen receptor plays a vital role in the human body. It leads to cell division and regulates hundreds of cells. It also plays an important role in the development of mammary glands and the growth of cell proliferation during pregnancy. These are located in the female reproductive part in order to reduce the estrogen in case if it is excess.

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