The Menstrual Cycle

Question 1

The menstrual cycle

Answer 1

The menstrual cycle is the repeating series of changes that take place in the female body to prepare it for pregnancy.Ranges from 21 to 40 days,average is 28 days.

Question 2

Ovulation

Answer 2

An egg is released from the ovary an average of every 28 days,approximately day 14 of cycle

Question 3

Fertile period

Answer 3

These are the days of the menstrual cycle when the woman is most likely to become pregnant.Intercourse 2 or 3 days before,during or after ovulation could lead to fertilisation because sperm cells can survive for this long.

Question 4

Menstruation

Answer 4

The lining and a small amount of blood pass out through the vagina (day1-5)this is called menstruation or period.