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Menstrual Cycle and Role of LH, FSH

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A contraceptive pill contains

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progesterone and estrogen

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spermicidal salts

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C

chemicals that cause automatic abortion

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D

chemicals that prevent fertilization of ovum

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The correct option is A progesterone and estrogen
Birth control contraceptic pills check ovulation and implantation in female by regulating the secretion of FSH and LH that are necessary for ovulation. They contain small doses of either progesterone alone or a combination of progesterone and estrogen.

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