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Science · 2023 · 5 marks
CBSE 2023 · Region 1 · Set 2 · Q35
(a)What happens when the egg is not fertilised ?(b)How is sperm genetically different from a human egg / ova ?(c)List any three contraceptive methods practised for family planning. Mention how these methods work.
(a)
What happens when the egg is not fertilised ?
(b)
How is sperm genetically different from a human egg / ova ?
(c)
List any three contraceptive methods practised for family planning. Mention how these methods work.
Marking-scheme solution
(a)
The lining of uterus breaks down and comes out through vagina in the form of blood and mucus.
(b)
The sex chromosome in sperm is either X or Y while the sex chromosome in a human egg is only X.
(i)
. Surgical Method - In prevents sperm transfer and fertilisation.
(ii)
. Barrier Method - Sperm does not reach the egg/prevents STD's
(iii)
.Use of oral pills - Eggs are not released because hormonal balance is changed.
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