Biology 0610 · IGCSE · Sex hormones in humans

Sex hormones in humans — practice question

Fig. 3.1 illustrates how the concentrations of the hormones FSH and LH change during a menstrual cycle.
(a(i))[1]

Suggest which organ is the target for FSH.

(a(ii))[1]

State the way in which FSH gets to its target organ.

(a(iii))[2]

Describe the relationship between the two hormones shown in Fig. 3.1.

(b)[4]

Describe the functions of FSH and LH during the menstrual cycle.

(c)[3]

Describe how the lining of the uterus changes during one menstrual cycle.

(d)[3]

Oral contraceptives are a form of birth control taken by women. Outline how the hormones in contraceptives work as a method of birth control.

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