Question

    Which hormone is known to give consistent results in

    inducing spawning in sea bass?
    A Ovatide Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Carp pituitary extract Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C LHRH-a (Luteinizing Hormone Releasing Hormone analogue) Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    LHRH-a, a synthetic analogue of Luteinizing Hormone Releasing Hormone, has been widely used in aquaculture for inducing spawning in various fish species, including sea bass. This hormone works by stimulating the release of luteinizing hormone (LH) from the pituitary gland, which then triggers the final maturation and ovulation of eggs in female fish and the production of sperm in males.

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