D3.1.13 (HL)—Puberty control
Puberty is initiated by increased GnRH from the hypothalamus, which promotes LH release and increased sex hormone production by gonads.
- Syllabus
- First assessment 2025
- Objective
- D3.1.13
- Level
- HL
Exam analysis
Chance of appearing1%of analysed past papers
Latest appearanceMay 2025
Most common paperPaper1A
Typical marks1
Common command terms
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May 2025Paper1A ["HL"] · TZ132[ 1 ]D3.1.13 (HL)—Puberty control
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Coverage 2025–2025 · Updated 16 Jul 2026
Concept essentials
- The hypothalamus initiates puberty control through increased GnRH release.
- GnRH stimulates increased LH secretion from the pituitary.
- LH promotes increased sex hormone production by the gonads.