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Sex hormones in humans

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  • Describe the roles of testosterone and oestrogen in the development and regulation of secondary sexual characteristics during puberty
  • Describe the menstrual cycle in terms of 3 Describe the sites of production of oestrogen changes in the ovaries and in the lining of the and progesterone in the menstrual cycle and in uterus pregnancy 4 Explain the role of hormones in controlling the menstrual cycle and pregnancy, limited to FSH, LH, progesterone and oestrogen

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1May / June 2026 · Paper 21 · Q27
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