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Assertion :Menstrual phase is also called 'shedding tears for lost ovum'. Reason: In the menstrual phase, the cast of endometrial lining along with unfertilized ovum takes place due to reduced titer of estrogen and progesterone.

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Both Assertion and Reason are correct and Reason is the correct explanation for Assertion
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Both Assertion and Reason are correct but Reason is not the correct explanation for Assertion
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Assertion is correct but Reason is incorrect
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Assertion is incorrect but Reason is correct
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The correct option is A Both Assertion and Reason are correct and Reason is the correct explanation for Assertion
Following ovulation, levels of another hormoneprogesterone begin to increase. Progesterone prepares the endometrium to receive and nourish a fertilized egg. If pregnancy does not occur, estrogen and progesterone levels decrease. The decrease in progesterone triggers menstruation or shedding of the lining.
So, the correct answer is option A.

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