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A contraceptive pill contains

A

Progesterone and estrogen

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B

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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Solution

The correct option is B Progesterone and estrogen
Birth control pills check ovulation in female by inhibiting the secretion of FSH and LH that are necessary for ovulation. It contain small doses of either progesterone alone or a combination of progesterone and estrogen (combined pill).
So, the correct answer is 'Progesterone and estrogen'.

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