Biology 9700 · AS & A Level · Control and coordination in mammals

Control and coordination in mammals — practice question

Fig. 6.1 shows how the concentrations of four hormones in a woman’s blood vary across one menstrual cycle.
(a(i))[1]

Using Fig. 6.1, explain why there is a marked rise in LH at about day 12.

(a(ii))[1]

State how Fig. 6.1 indicates that the woman was not pregnant during this cycle.

(b(i))[4]

Explain how this combined contraceptive pill works to stop pregnancy.

(b(ii))[1]

Suggest why some women take the combined contraceptive pill for just the first 21 days of their cycles.

(b(iii))[1]

Some women have a contraceptive device inserted under the skin. It releases hormones into the blood and can last for up to three years. Suggest one advantage of using such a device instead of taking contraceptive pills.

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This 8-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: A high oestrogen concentration causes an LH surge, leading to ovulation.

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