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What is the significance of progesterone-estrogen combination as a contraceptive measure?

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What is the significance of progesterone-estrogen combination as a contraceptive measure?

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Oral administration of small doses of progesterone-estrogen combination is a contraceptive measure which inhibit ovulation and implantation as well as alter the quality of cervical mucus to prevent/retard the entry of sperms.

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Chapter 4: Reproductive Health - VERY SHORT ANSWER [Page 26]

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NCERT Exemplar Biology Exemplar [English] Class 12
Chapter 4 Reproductive Health
VERY SHORT ANSWER | Q 7. | Page 26

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