Biology 5.3.2 Flashcards
What are the 4 Types of Birth Control in Humans? (4)
-Barrier.
-Chemical.
-Natural.
-Surgical
Name the 3 Common Methods of Barrier Birth Control in Humans: (3)
-Condom.
-Femidom.
-Diaphragm.
Name the 3 Common Methods of Chemical Birth Control in Humans: (3)
-Contraceptive Implant.
-IUD or IUS.
-Contraceptive Pill.
Name the 3 Common Methods of Natural Birth Control in Humans: (3)
-Abstinence.
-Monitoring Body Temperature.
-Monitoring Change in Cervical Mucus.
Name the 2 Common Methods of Surgical Birth Control in Humans: (2)
-Vasectomy.
-Female Sterilisation.
As well as offering Protection from Pregnancy, some Birth Control Methods also give Protection from…
Sexually Transmitted Infections.
Explain the how the Oral Contraceptive Chemical Pill Prevents Pregnancy. (4)
-The Combined Pill Contains Oestrogen & Progesterone.
-High Levels of Oestrogen Inhibit FSH Production, Preventing the Maturation & Release of Eggs.
-Progesterone also plays a role in Inhibiting the Release of Mature Eggs, & Stimulates the Production of a Thick Mucus which prevents Sperm from Reaching any Eggs that are Released.
-There is also the Progesterone-only Pill which has Fewer Side Effects.
What is the Disadvantage of the Oral Contraception Chemical Pill?
If you forget to take it Regularly, it can lead to Unexpected Pregnancy.
Explain how the Injection, Implant, & Skin Patch Prevent Pregnancy. (2)
-Slow Release of Progesterone.
-Prevents the Release & Maturation of Eggs.
What does IUD stand for?
Intrauterine Devices.
What are the 2 Types of IUD, & how do they work? (2)
-Plastic IUD Produces Progesterone, which Stimulates the Production of a Thick Mucus Lining, Preventing Sperm from Reaching any Eggs.
-Copper IUD works by Releasing low Levels of Copper Ions, which Disable Sperm Cells.
___ Methods such as Condoms & Diaphragms ___ the Sperm from ___ an Egg.
Barrier, Prevent, Reaching.
What is the only Barrier Method that can Prevent the Spread of Sexually Transmitted Infections?
Condoms.
What is the only 100% Effective Method at Preventing Pregnancy?
Abstinence.
What is ‘Abstinence’?
Refraining from Sexual Intercourse.
