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Reproduction TEST 2 - Informal test
Life Sciences (Boresetse Secondary School)
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GRADE 12
LIFE SCIENCES
INFORMAL TEST 5 (REPRODUCTION 2)
MARKS: 50
TIME: 50 minutes
This question paper consists of 6 page
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NSC – Grade 12 Informal test 5 (Reproduction 2)
INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION
Read the following instructions carefully before answering the questions.
1. Answer ALL the questions.
2. Write ALL the answers in the ANSWER BOOK.
3. Start the answers to EACH question at the top of a NEW page.
4. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this
question paper.
5. Present your answers according to the instructions of each question.
6. Do ALL drawings in pencil and label them in blue or black ink.
7. Draw diagrams or flow charts only when asked to do so.
8. The diagrams in this question paper are NOT necessarily drawn to scale.
9. Do NOT use graph paper.
10. You must use a non-programmable calculator, protractor and a compass,
where necessary.
11. Write neatly and legibly.
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Life Sciences 3 April 2021
NSC – Grade 12 Informal test 5 (Reproduction 2)
SECTION A
QUESTION 1
1.1 Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions.
Choose the correct answer and write only the letter (A to D) next to the question
number (1.1.1 to 1.1.2) in the ANSWER BOOK, for example 1.1.3 D.
1.1.1 Which ONE of the following represents the CORRECT sequence of development
in humans?
A Zygote morula blastocyst foetus
B Morula blastocyst zygote foetus
C Foetus morula blastocyst zygote
D Zygote foetus morula blastocyst
1.1.2 A function of amniotic fluid is to …
A serve as a micro-filter preventing germs from entering the foetus.
B act as a shock absorber to protect the foetus.
C keep the foetus at a temperature lower than body temperature.
D serve as a medium for the sperm to swim in.
(2 x 2) (4)
1.2 Give the correct biological term for each of the following descriptions. Write only
the term next to the question number (1.2.1 to 1.2.3) in the ANSWER BOOK.
1.2.1 A fluid that protects the human embryo against injuries and large-scale
temperature changes
1.2.2 The hormone produced by the Graafian follicle
1.2.3 A blood vessel in the umbilical cord that transports nutrients to the foetus
(3 x 1) (3)
1.3 Indicate whether each of the statements in COLUMN I applies to A only, B only,
both A and B or none of the items in COLUMN II. Write A only, B only, both A
and B, or none next to the question number (1.3.1 to 1.3.8) in the ANSWER
BOOK.
COLUMN I COLUMN II
1.3.1 Hormones secreted by the pituitary gland or A Luteinising hormone
hypophysis B FSH
1.3.2 Contraceptive pills which prevent pregnancy A Progesterone
are likely to contain B FSH
1.3.3 Function of the placenta A Form the chorion.
B Secrete progesterone
(3 x 1) (3)
TOTAL SECTION A: 10
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NSC – Grade 12 Informal test 5 (Reproduction 2)
SECTION B
QUESTION 2
2.1 The diagram below represents the changes that occur in the ovary during the
menstrual cycle.
2.1.1 Identify:
(a) Process B. (1)
(b) The hormone responsible for the development of C. (1)
(c) The hormone produced by A. (1)
2.1.2 Describe the effect on the menstrual cycle if structure C did not form. (3)
2.1.3 Explain the effect on the ovarian cycle shown above if a contraceptive
containing progesterone is injected before the cycle starts. (3)
2.1.4 Describe the changes that occurs from A to C in the diagram under the
influence of hormones. (4)
(13)
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NSC – Grade 12 Informal test 5 (Reproduction 2)
2.2 The graph below represents the concentration of oestrogen, progesterone, FSH
and LH in the blood of a mature woman over a 28-day cycle.
2.2.1 From the graph, state on which day ovulation takes place. (1)
2.2.2 Give ONE visible reason from the graph for your answer to QUESTION
2.2.1 (2)
2.2.3 What has caused the increasing levels of oestrogen, as shown on the
graph, from days 8 to 14? (2)
2.2.4 What is the function of oestrogen in the uterus from day 8 to 14 of the
cycle? (2)
2.2.5 Explain ONE evidence from the graph to show that fertilisation did not
take place. (2)
(9)
22
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QUESTION 3
3.1 The diagram below shows part of the female reproductive system. Structures B
to G and processes 1, 2 and 3, occurring in the Fallopian tube and uterus, are
magnified.
3.1.1 Name the parts labelled C and D. (2)
3.1.2 State which processes are taking place at 1 and 3 respectively. (2)
3.1.3 State how many chromosomes are present in the following structures:
(a) E (1)
(b) each cell of structure G (1)
3.1.4 State TWO functions of fluid A. (2)
3.1.5 Tabulate ONE difference in the composition of blood flowing to and from
the foetus in part B. (3)
3.1.6 Describe the development of the zygote until a foetus is formed. (5)
3.1.7 State TWO functions of the placenta. (2)
(18)
TOTAL SECTION B: 40
GRAND TOTAL: 50
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