4.5.3.3 Reproductive Hormones — AQA Combined Science Trilogy 8464

Describe the role of reproductive hormones in driving the development of secondary sex characteristics during puberty.
Explain the function of oestrogen, produced by the ovaries, in the maturation and release of eggs during the menstrual cycle (ovulation).
Describe the role of testosterone, produced by the testes, in stimulating sperm production.
Outline the specific functions of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), luteinising hormone (LH), oestrogen, and progesterone in the menstrual cycle.
(HT only) Explain the complex interactions and feedback mechanisms between FSH, LH, oestrogen, and progesterone in regulating the menstrual cycle.
(HT only) Extract and interpret graphical data representing hormone level fluctuations throughout the menstrual cycle.

Describe the role of reproductive hormones in driving the development of secondary sex characteristics during puberty.
Explain the function of oestrogen, produced by the ovaries, in the maturation and release of eggs during the menstrual cycle (ovulation).
Describe the role of testosterone, produced by the testes, in stimulating sperm production.
Outline the specific functions of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), luteinising hormone (LH), oestrogen, and progesterone in the menstrual cycle.
(HT only) Explain the complex interactions and feedback mechanisms between FSH, LH, oestrogen, and progesterone in regulating the menstrual cycle.
(HT only) Extract and interpret graphical data representing hormone level fluctuations throughout the menstrual cycle.

Reproductive Hormones