Biology

Human Reproduction and Contraception

736 Questions

Human reproduction and contraception focus on the menstrual cycle, hormonal changes, pregnancy, and various contraceptive methods. These topics are frequently asked in general science sections. Practice these questions to master the fundamentals of reproductive health.

Menstrual cycle phasesMenopause and hormonesReproductive health problemsContraceptive methods overview

Human Reproduction and Contraception Questions

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a correct statement?

  1. Menstrual and oestrous cycle is the same.

  2. Menstrual cycle occurs in females of all mammals.

  3. Menstrual cycle is influenced by light.

  4. The breeding in birds is affected by light.

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The statement 'the breeding in birds is affected by light' is true.

Multiple choice

Menstrual cycle includes

  1. proliferative phase (14 days)

  2. secretory phase (10 days)

  3. menstrual phase (4 days)

  4. All of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Menstrual cycle includes proliferative phase (14 days), secretory phase (10 days) and menstrual phase (4 days). 

Multiple choice

Gestation period of 280 days is calculated from time of

  1. Last menstruation

  2. Fertilization

  3. Next menstruation

  4. Puberty
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The gestation period of a human, from time of conception to birth is approximately 9 months (266 days/38 Weeks). It is calculated from the first day of the last menstrual period.

Multiple choice

Saheli is a

  1. contraceptive pill for male

  2. contraceptive pill for female

  3. barrier method

  4. implant
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Saheli is a once-in-a-week pill used by females.

Multiple choice

Which of the following sets represents synthetic estrogens?

  1. Oestrone, oestriol, chlorotrianisene

  2. Stilboestrol, oestrone, fosfestrol

  3. Stilboestrol, oestriol, fosfestrol

  4. Chlorotrianisene, stilboestrol, fosfestrol

  5. Oestrone, oestriol, fosfestrol
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Chlorotrianisene is a non-steroidal synthetic estrogen that was formerly used for the treatment of menopause, deficiencies in ovary function and prostate cancer. Stilboestrol is a synthetic nonsteroidal estrogen that was first synthesized in 1938. Fosfestrol is a synthetic estrogen used as an antineoplastic agent.