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    PracticeAQA GCSEAQA GCSE Biology Foundation Tier Paper 2Question 05.1
    Easy2 marksmultiple choice multiple answer
    Homeostasis and ResponseHormonesMenstrual cycleReproduction

    AQA GCSE · Question 05.1 · Homeostasis and Response

    In the human female, an egg is released from one of the ovaries about once every four weeks. During the four weeks, the lining of the uterus thickens and then breaks down. This is called the menstrual cycle.
    Which two hormones are female reproductive hormones?

    How to approach this question

    Read through the list of hormones. Recall the function of each one. Identify the two hormones that are primarily involved in controlling the menstrual cycle and other female reproductive functions.

    Full Answer

    ["Oestrogen", "Progesterone"]
    The menstrual cycle is controlled by four main hormones: FSH, LH, oestrogen, and progesterone. - **Oestrogen** is produced by the ovaries and causes the uterus lining to thicken. - **Progesterone** is also produced by the ovaries (after ovulation) and maintains the uterus lining. - Adrenaline is related to stress response. - Testosterone is the primary male sex hormone. - Thyroxine controls metabolic rate. Therefore, oestrogen and progesterone are the correct female reproductive hormones from the list.

    Common mistakes

    ✗ Selecting testosterone, which is the male reproductive hormone. ✗ Selecting other hormones like adrenaline or thyroxine which have different functions in the body.
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