| 1. | Corpus luteum formation |
| 2. | Regression of endometrium |
| 3. | LH surge leading to ovulation |
| 4. | Growth of primary follicles and regeneration of the endometrium |
| 1. | Estrogens, progestogens, prolactin, thyroxine |
| 2. | Oxytocin, testosterone, insulin, glucagon |
| 3. | Melatonin, leptin, gastrin, adrenaline |
| 4. | Dopamine, serotonin, erythropoietin, calcitonin |
| (a) | The endometrium, the innermost layer of the uterus, undergoes cyclical changes during the menstrual cycle. |
| (b) | The myometrium, composed of smooth muscle, exhibits strong contractions during childbirth. |
| 1. | The acrosome contains enzymes that assist in fertilisation. |
| 2. | The middle piece of the sperm is rich in mitochondria to provide energy for motility. |
| 3. | The tail of the sperm plays a crucial role in sperm motility. |
| 4. | The sperm head contains a diploid nucleus necessary for fertilisation. |
| 1. | The corpus luteum secretes progesterone, which prevents the breakdown of the endometrial lining. |
| 2. | If fertilisation occurs, human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) maintains the corpus luteum, allowing it to continue hormone secretion. |
| 3. | A decline in progesterone levels after ovulation ensures proper implantation of the fertilized ovum. |
| 4. | The corpus luteum regresses in the absence of fertilisation, leading to menstruation and the initiation of a new cycle. |