Contraception (AQA GCSE Biology Combined Science): Quizzes
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Which two hormones are contained in birth control pills?
Which two hormones are contained in birth control pills?
Oestrogen and progesterone
How do birth control pills prevent pregnancy?
How do birth control pills prevent pregnancy?
They stop the brain releasing FSH
Which is a potential side effect of taking hormonal contraceptives?
Which is a potential side effect of taking hormonal contraceptives?
Blood clots (thrombosis)
What does female sterilisation involve?
What does female sterilisation involve?
Blocking or cutting the fallopian tubes
What does a vasectomy involve?
What does a vasectomy involve?
Cutting the vas deferens
What is true about surgical contraception methods?
What is true about surgical contraception methods?
They are very difficult to reverse
How do barrier methods of contraception work?
How do barrier methods of contraception work?
Create a physical barrier to stop sperm
Why are barrier methods used with spermicide?
Why are barrier methods used with spermicide?
Spermicide kills or damages sperm
What is an IUD made of?
What is an IUD made of?
Plastic and copper
What does natural family planning involve?
What does natural family planning involve?
Avoiding sex during fertile time