Question

The condition when menstrual cycle stops is known as;

• A. Puberty
• B. Menstruation
• C. Menopause
• D. Menarche

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Menopause

The correct option is C:

Explanation of the correct option

1. Menopause is the progressive cessation of menstruation.
2. The function of the ovaries and the generation of estrogen decreases in women when they approach their 40s.

Explanation of the incorrect options

Option A:

1. Adolescence is the period between childhood and maturity.
2. Puberty is the age at which sex hormones (or gametes) begin to be generated and a boy or girl becomes sexually mature.

Option B:

1. Menstruation is commonly known as periods.
2. It is normal vaginal bleeding.
3. It occurs as part of a woman's monthly cycle characterize by the hormonal rise and fall.
4. The menstrual fluid is half-blood mainly reddish-brown in color.

Option D:

1. Menarche is the first menstruation of the human female on the attainment of puberty.
2. The attainment of puberty occurs at about 13 years of age.

Final answer:

The condition when the menstrual cycle stops is known as Menopause.