OCR A Level Biology B (Advancing Biology)

OCR A Level Biology B (Advancing Biology) Fertility and Assisted Reproduction Exam Questions

Free OCR A Level Biology B (Advancing Biology) exam questions on Fertility and Assisted Reproduction, with mark schemes. Covers the menstrual cycle, hormonal control, contraception and IVF.

Fertility and Assisted Reproduction exam questions

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About OCR A Level Biology B (Advancing Biology) Fertility and Assisted Reproduction

This topic covers reproduction and its control.

What you need to know

  • Menstrual cycle FSH, LH, oestrogen and progesterone.
  • Contraception Hormonal and barrier methods.
  • Infertility Causes and treatments.
  • IVF Steps and ethical considerations.

Common mistakes in Fertility and Assisted Reproduction

  • Mixing FSH and LH roles.
  • Forgetting progesterone maintains the endometrium.
  • Overlooking ethical issues in IVF.

Try three Fertility and Assisted Reproduction exam-style questions

1. State the role of LH. (1 mark)

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Triggers ovulation.

2. Explain how the combined pill prevents pregnancy. (2 marks)

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Oestrogen and progesterone inhibit FSH and LH (1), so ovulation does not occur (1).

3. Give one ethical issue of IVF. (1 mark)

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What happens to unused embryos.

Fertility and Assisted Reproduction FAQs

What does this topic cover?

The menstrual cycle, contraception and IVF.

What is negative feedback here?

Progesterone inhibits FSH and LH release.

What does FSH do?

Stimulates follicle development.

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