MDCAT · CHAPTER 8
Reproduction
Connect reproductive anatomy with gamete production, menstrual-cycle feedback, fertilisation and early development.
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01 / LESSON
Build the explanation.
- Compare spermatogenesis and oogenesis.
- Explain FSH, LH, oestrogen and progesterone across the ovarian cycle.
- Trace fertilisation, implantation and early hormonal support.
02 / NOTES
The essentials, in one place.
- Gamete production differs in timing, cytokinesis and number of functional products.
- FSH supports follicles; the LH surge triggers ovulation.
- Progesterone maintains the post-ovulation endometrium.
- hCG preserves the corpus luteum during early pregnancy.
03 / ACTIVITY
Test the idea by changing something.
Predict the result first, run the activity, then explain what changed and why.
04 / DIAGRAM
Make the connections visible.
Follicles grow and release oestrogen.
Endometrium proliferates.
High oestrogen triggers ovulation.
Progesterone supports the endometrium.
Without pregnancy, menstruation begins.
Cover the labels, redraw the sequence or comparison, and explain each connection aloud.
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Retrieve before you reread.
Build a timed test from this chapter’s 100 practice questions. Questions and options are shuffled; missed answers feed your revision notebook.
Original practice items, including related concept variants; not official examination questions.06 / REVISION SHEET
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