AQA GCSE Combined Science Trilogy · 8464
Specification 4.5.3.3 · Paper 2
Revise: Reproductive HormonesFor example, oestrogen causes breast development.
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GCSE Combined Science · key term
A reproductive hormone produced by the ovaries that causes female secondary sex characteristics to develop and rebuilds the uterus lining. It also helps regulate other menstrual-cycle hormones.
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Specification 4.5.3.3 · Paper 2
Revise: Reproductive HormonesFor example, oestrogen causes breast development.
Paper 1, Paper 2
A hormone produced by the ovaries that repairs and thickens the uterus lining. It also inhibits FSH release and, at high levels before ovulation, stimulates LH release.
Revise: The Menstrual Cycle and Hormonal RegulationOestrogen, produced by the ovaries, stimulates this growth and repair. The lining is being rebuilt so that it can support an embryo if pregnancy occurs.
Name the hormone's source as well as its effect when asked: the pituitary gland produces FSH and LH; the ovaries produce oestrogen and progesterone.
The detailed interactions of FSH, LH, oestrogen and progesterone are Higher tier content.
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