4(a) REPRODUCTION · EXAM QUESTIONS

4.10B FSH and LH in the menstrual cycle

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  1. 01DescribeShort answer4 marks

    4.10B FSH and LH in the menstrual cycle

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    Describe how FSH and LH from the pituitary gland lead to ovulation.

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  2. 02WhichMultiple choice1 mark

    4.10B FSH and LH in the menstrual cycle

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    What triggers the release of an egg?

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  3. 03ExplainShort answer2 marks

    4.10B FSH and LH in the menstrual cycle

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    Explain how high oestrogen concentration affects FSH production.

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  4. 04ExplainShort answer2 marks

    4.10B FSH and LH in the menstrual cycle

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    Explain why FSH is used in IVF treatment.

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  5. 05SuggestShort answer2 marks

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    Suggest why women with low LH levels may be infertile.

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  6. 06ExplainShort answer2 marks

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    Explain how the combined pill uses hormone feedback to prevent pregnancy.

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  7. 07StateShort answer1 mark

    4.10B FSH and LH in the menstrual cycle

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    State the gland that releases FSH and LH.

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  8. 08ExplainShort answer2 marks

    4.10B FSH and LH in the menstrual cycle

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    Explain why the menstrual cycle is an example of hormones interacting.

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  9. 09DescribeShort answer2 marks

    4.10B FSH and LH in the menstrual cycle

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    Describe the changes in LH concentration across the cycle.

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