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j.rubin

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on: Aug 20, 2018
Explain how contraceptive pills containing estradiol and progestin work.

Question 2

An important buffer in the maintenance of the acid-base balance of the blood is:
 
 a. fatty acids.
  b. lactic acid.
  c. protein.
  d. carbohydrate.


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Reply #1 on: Aug 20, 2018
Answer to Question 1

When used together, estradiol and progestin suppress the action of LH and FSH and thereby ovulation. Progestin blocks LH and ovulation, and, by causing the cervical mucus to become thick and sticky, it induces a barrier to sperm.

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j.rubin

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Reply 2 on: Aug 20, 2018
Excellent

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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