Biology Topic Practice

The Menstrual Cycle Hormones

Four main hormones interact to control the monthly release of an egg and the preparation of the uterus lining.

What is the function of LH?

What is The Menstrual Cycle Hormones?

"The menstrual cycle is a recurring monthly process in women of reproductive age, involving the preparation of the uterus for pregnancy."

Question 1

Which answer best completes the statement? ____ involves giving a mother FSH and LH to stimulate eggs

Question 2

Choose the correct option to complete the statement. ____ is when blood vessels narrow to keep heat in

Question 3

Which answer best completes the statement? FSH causes an egg to ____ in the ovary

Question 4

Which answer best completes the statement? ____ is a waste product formed from the breakdown of proteins

Reproductive Control

FSH (Follicle Stimulating Hormone): Causes an egg to mature in the ovary.

LH (Luteinising Hormone): Stimulates the release of the egg (ovulation).

Oestrogen and Progesterone: Maintain the uterus lining.

These hormones are produced by the pituitary gland and the ovaries.

Exam Tip

FSH stimulates oestrogen production; oestrogen inhibits FSH and stimulates LH; LH trigger ovulation.

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