Asked by Marzena Mielcarek on Jun 18, 2024
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An oral contraceptive pill contains ____.
A) estrogen only
B) progesterone only
C) FSH
D) LH
E) estrogen and progesterone
Oral Contraceptive Pill
A medication taken by mouth by women to prevent pregnancy, containing hormones that inhibit ovulation and other changes conducive to fertilization.
Estrogen
A group of steroid hormones that promote the development and maintenance of female characteristics in the human body.
Progesterone
A steroid hormone produced in the ovaries, placenta, and adrenal glands, playing a key role in the menstrual cycle, pregnancy, and embryogenesis.
- Comprehend the fundamental concepts of birth control and explore the various available techniques.
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Samiksha PudasainiJun 20, 2024
Final Answer :
E
Explanation :
Oral contraceptive pills typically contain a combination of estrogen and progesterone hormones. This combination works together to prevent ovulation and thicken cervical mucus, making it more difficult for sperm to reach and fertilize an egg.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the fundamental concepts of birth control and explore the various available techniques.