This question was attempted by may candidates and their performance was poor. In part
(a)(i) candidates could not correctly say the representation of the diagram, in (a)(ii)
candidates could not correctly name the parts labelled I to X, in (a)(iii) candidates could not
also correctly state function of the parts labelled III,V,VI and ix, in (a)(iv) candidates could
not mention part that could be cut as a permanent contraceptive method. In part (b)
candidates could not correctly state condition associated with the parts labelled III and VI
which may result in infertility
The expected answers were as follows:
2(a)(i) Identification
female reproductive system/urinogenital system
(ii) Naming the parts labelled
I kidney
II Ureter
III Oviduct/fallopian tube
IV Funnel of oviduct
V Ovary
VI Uterus/womb
VII Urethra
VIII Vagina
IX Cervix
X Bladder/urinary bladder
(iii) Function of the parts labelled "I,V,VI and IX
Function of III (Fallopian tube)
pathway/muscular passage for the eggs from the ovary to the uterus
site of fertilization
Function of V(Ovary)
produces eggs/ova
secretes hormones/oestrogen/progesterone
for maintenance of pregnancy
Function of VI (Uretus/womb)
protects/houses the developing baby
site of foetus implantation
contracts to expel baby during labour/birth
provides nourishment for foetus.
Function of IX (Cervix)
dilates during labour for the birth of the baby
- for the passage of the sperm into the uterus/menstrual flow
- closes during pregnancies to avoid miscarriages
(iv) Part that could be cut as a permanent contraceptive method
III/Oviduct/fallopian tube
(b) Condition associated with parts labelled III and VI which may result in fertility
condition associated with part labelled III/fallopian tube
blockage of the tubes/cancer/inflammation
Condition associated with part labelled VI/Uterus
Fibroids/scar tissues
Cancer/tumor.
