Biology 0610 · IGCSE · Sexual reproduction in humans

Sexual reproduction in humans — practice question

(a(i))[3]

Complete Table 6.1 by giving the letter from Fig. 6.1 that names the structure where each process takes place.

(a(ii))[1]

State the name of the part of the female reproductive system labelled S in Fig. 6.1.

(b(i))[1]

Write the formula that would be used to calculate the magnification of the diagram.

(b(ii))[1]

The actual length of the sperm cell in Fig. 6.2 is 0.055 mm. Convert this value to micrometres ($\mu$m). Show your working.

(c)[2]

Explain why the nuclei of sperm cells are different from those of other cells in the male.

(d)[6]

Explain the roles of the flagellum, the mitochondria and the acrosome in sperm cells.

(e)[2]

Explain why the sex of a child is determined by its father.

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