Reproduction — IGCSE Science - Combined (0653) questions by topic

Expect diagram-based labelling of flower structure and the human reproductive systems, short definitions, and explanations of why offspring show genetic differences: locating the anther and stigma on a flower diagram, identifying parts of the male and female reproductive systems, and describing fertilisation step by step. State, describe and identify lead the command words, and describe wants a specific structural feature rather than a general comment.

Its 20 real questions span 2023 to 2025 papers and are worth 1 to 11 marks, from single labels to multi-part descriptions of fertilisation. Submitting labelled diagrams and short answers for instant marking is useful here, since mislabelling a structure such as the sperm duct or cervix is quickly flagged before it repeats across a full paper.

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May–June 2025, Paper 11

Question 11 · 1 mark

What is the function of the sepals in most insect-pollinated plants? A to attract insects B to make nectar C to make pollen D to protect flower buds

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Question 12 · 1 mark

The diagram shows dishes containing the same type of seeds in different conditions. Each dish is placed in atmospheric air and at a temperature suitable for germination. Dish 1:…

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May–June 2025, Paper 12

Question 10 · 1 mark

What is the definition of pollination? A the transfer of pollen grains from an anther to an ovule B the transfer of pollen grains from an anther to a stigma C the transfer of…

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Question 11 · 1 mark

The diagram shows the human female reproductive system. Four parts are labelled P, Q, R and S. Which row identifies the functions of the labelled parts? releases eggs site of…

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May–June 2025, Paper 13

Question 11 · 1 mark

Which part of the female reproductive system matches its function? part of the female reproductive system function --- --- --- A cervix ring of muscle at the opening of the uterus…

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May–June 2025, Paper 21

Question 9 · 1 mark

Which row about the anther and stigma of a wind-pollinated flower is correct? anther position stigma position stigma description --- --- --- --- A inside flower inside flower…

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May–June 2025, Paper 33

Question 1 · 10 marks

Fig. 1.1 is a diagram of the female reproductive system. The diagram is labelled with the letters A, B, C, D and E pointing to different structures (A points to a structure at the…

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May–June 2025, Paper 41

Question 2 · 11 marks

Fig. 2.1 is a photograph of a wind-pollinated flower. The photograph shows the flower head of a wind-pollinated plant with a feathery structure labelled 'carpel' on the left and a…

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May–June 2024, Paper 32

Question 1 · 10 marks

Fig. 1.1 is a diagram of the male reproductive system in humans, with parts labelled A, B, C, D, E. State the letter on Fig. 1.1 that identifies the: urethra scrotum

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May–June 2024, Paper 33

Question 4 · 11 marks

Fig. 4.1 shows some of the parts of an insect-pollinated flower, labelled A, B, C, D, E, F. State the letter on Fig. 4.1 that identifies: an ovule; where pollination occurs.

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May–June 2024, Paper 41

Question 4 · 9 marks

Fig. 4.1 shows the male reproductive system in humans, with parts labelled A, B, C, D, E. State the letter in Fig. 4.1 that identifies the part that: produces sperm; carries urine…

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May–June 2024, Paper 43

Question 1 · 8 marks

Fig. 1.1a and Fig. 1.1b are diagrams of different flowers, with parts labelled A, B (Fig. 1.1a) and C, D, E (Fig. 1.1b). Table 1.1 shows some of the labels, the name of the part…

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October–November 2024, Paper 31

Question 1 · 9 marks

Fig. 1.1 shows the flower of a plant. The flower has labelled parts including a sepal, an ovary, and parts labelled X (a stalk-like structure topped by an anther bearing pollen)…

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October–November 2024, Paper 41

Question 1 · 10 marks

(a) Fig. 1.1 shows the female human reproductive system, with parts labelled A (oviduct), B (ovary), C (uterus), D (vagina) and E (oviduct/ovary on the other side). (a)(i) State…

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October–November 2024, Paper 42

Question 1 · 10 marks

(a) Fig. 1.1 shows sections through two different flowers, X and Y. Flower X is an insect-pollinated flower; flower Y is a wind-pollinated flower. (a)(i) Draw a label line with…

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May–June 2023, Paper 31

Question 1 · 8 marks

Fig. 1.1 shows the parts of an insect-pollinated flower. State the letter in Fig. 1.1 that identifies the: sepal part where fertilisation occurs.

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May–June 2023, Paper 43

Question 1 · 7 marks

Fig. 1.1 is a diagram of the male reproductive system in humans, with parts A–E. Complete Table 1.1 to show the letter, name and function of some of these parts. Given rows: ?…

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October–November 2023, Paper 31

Question 1 · 10 marks

Fig. 1.1 shows the female reproductive system in humans, with parts labelled A, B, C, D, E. State the letter in Fig. 1.1 that identifies: the cervix; where eggs are released from;…

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October–November 2023, Paper 41

Question 7 · 11 marks

Fig. 7.1 shows an insect-pollinated flower. Draw a label line and the letter C to identify a carpel in Fig. 7.1.

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October–November 2023, Paper 42

Question 1 · 9 marks

Fig. 1.1 shows the transfer of pollen from flower A to flower B. Complete the sentences about Fig. 1.1. The pollen is transferred from the anthers of flower A to the of flower B.…

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