Biological termModerate1 mark
Give the biological term for the surgical method of contraception in human females.
Topic: Tubectomy
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Answer
Exam answer
TUBECTOMY (tubal ligation).
Explanation
In a tubectomy the FALLOPIAN TUBES are cut and tied, so the ovum cannot travel down and sperms cannot reach it. Fertilisation becomes impossible.
THE PAIR to learn, since either may be asked: TUBECTOMY — female; the fallopian TUBES are cut VASECTOMY — male; the VAS deferens is cut Each name contains the structure involved.
Note what these operations do NOT affect: a tubectomy does not stop ovulation, menstruation or hormone secretion. Both are SURGICAL and PERMANENT, which distinguishes them from temporary methods such as the condom, diaphragm, copper T and oral pills.
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