Sex hormones in humans: past paper questions
Real questions on sex hormones in humans
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- 0610/43 · May/June 2026 · Q3e[2]
State two effects of testosterone during puberty in human males.
See it on the paper → - 0610/32 · February/March 2026 · Q5a(i)[1]
On Figure 5.1, draw a label line and the letter X to show where fertilisation normally occurs.
See it on the paper → - 0610/32 · February/March 2026 · Q5a(ii)[2]
Describe what is meant by the term fertilisation.
See it on the paper → - 0610/32 · February/March 2026 · Q5b(i)[4]
State the letter shown in Figure 5.2 that identifies the placenta and describe the functions of the placenta. letter functions of the placenta
See it on the paper → - 0610/32 · February/March 2026 · Q5b(ii)[1]
State the name of structure D shown in Figure 5.2.
See it on the paper → - 0610/32 · February/March 2026 · Q5b(iii)[1]
State the letter shown in Figure 5.2 that identifies a fluid that acts as a shock absorber and protects the fetus from injury. letter
See it on the paper → - 0610/43 · October/November 2025 · Q6b[1]
State the name of the hormone that causes voices to deepen at puberty.
See it on the paper → - 0610/32 · October/November 2024 · Q7c[2]
State two reasons why bacteria are useful in biotechnology and genetic modification.
See it on the paper → - 0610/31 · May/June 2023 · Q3c(ii)[2]
State the names of two hormones that are produced by the reproductive organs.
See it on the paper → - 0610/33 · May/June 2023 · Q7b[1]
State the name of the hormone that controls development of secondary sexual characteristics in females.
See it on the paper → - 0610/33 · May/June 2022 · Q3a(i)[2]
State the name of the gland that produces each hormone. oestrogen testosterone
See it on the paper → - 0610/33 · May/June 2022 · Q3a(ii)[4]
Complete Table 3.1 by placing ticks (✓) in the boxes to show which hormones are involved in the development of each secondary sexual characteristic. Table 3.1 secondary sexual characteristic testosterone oestrogen body shape changes breast development facial hair voice deepening
See it on the paper → - 0610/32 · February/March 2021 · Q8d[1]
State the name of the hormone that causes the development of secondary sexual characteristics in boys.
See it on the paper → - 0610/32 · February/March 2021 · Q8e[2]
State two physical changes that occur in males and in females during puberty.
See it on the paper → - 0610/42 · February/March 2021 · Q1b(i)[3]
Describe the roles in the menstrual cycle of hormone A.
See it on the paper → - 0610/22 · October/November 2020 · Q28[1]
Which hormone is used in contraceptive pills?
See it on the paper → - 0610/22 · October/November 2020 · Q29[1]
Which hormone causes the lining of the uterus to become thick and glandular before ovulation?
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What examiners said
Comprehensive responses • The site of fertilisation was known by a majority of candidates. Limited responses • None seen.
— Examiner report, February/March 2026, 0610/32 Q5(a)(i) (Cambridge)
Comprehensive responses • Many candidates knew that fertilisation involves the fusion of an ovum and a sperm. Limited responses • Most candidates need to appreciate that fusion of the gamete nuclei is vital in fertilisation.
— Examiner report, February/March 2026, 0610/32 Q5(a)(ii) (Cambridge)
Comprehensive responses • The functions of the placenta were known in general terms by most candidates. Limited responses • Most candidates would benefit from further practice in identifying structures (and their functions) found in a diagram of the female reproductive system during pregnancy. • Many candidates would benefit from a more detailed knowledge of placental functions.
— Examiner report, February/March 2026, 0610/32 Q5(b)(i) (Cambridge)
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