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2 marksThe Reproductive System

CSEC Human and Social Biology · January 2012 · Paper 2 · Question 3(b)(ii)

Methods of contraception and hormonal control of the female reproductive system.

State the function of the uterine lining (endometrium) during pregnancy.

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  1. 3(a)(i)a)Give ONE advantage and ONE disadvantage of sexual reproduction.[2 marks]
  2. 3(a)(i)b)Give ONE advantage and ONE disadvantage of asexual reproduction.[2 marks]
  3. 3(a)(ii)State TWO biological examples of asexual reproduction.[2 marks]
  4. 3(b)(i)Describe the physiological relationship between the hormone oestrogen and ovulation.[2 marks]
  5. 3(b)(iii)Identify the hormone responsible for stimulating the thickening of the uterine lining.[1 mark]
  6. 3(b)(iv)Suggest TWO mechanisms by which a contraceptive designed to target the uterine lining prevents pregnancy.[4 marks]

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