CAPE Biology Unit 1 · 2013 · Paper 2 · Question 6(b)(i)
Describe TWO major functions of the placenta.
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- 6(a)(i)Give a concise description of the key stages in the fertilization of a human secondary oocyte by a spermatozoon. Begin your account with the acrosome reaction.[5 marks]
- 6(a)(ii)Briefly comment on the significance of the process of fertilization.[2 marks]
- 6(b)(ii)Discuss TWO ways in which maternal behaviour can affect foetal development.[4 marks]
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