Menopause is characterized by
A) reduced synthesis of ovarian steroids despite high levels of gonadotropin hormones.
B) a decline in production of the gonadotropin hormones by the anterior pituitary gland.
C) wearing away of the uterine endometrium.
D) an increase in the blood supply to the ovaries.
E) a halt in the synthesis of gonadotropin-releasing hormone by the brain.

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Menopause is marked by a decrease in the synthesis of estrogen and progesterone by the ovaries, despite high levels of gonadotropins such as follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH) from the anterior pituitary gland. This occurs because of the aging of the ovaries and depletion of follicles.

Menopause Is Characterized by