NEETZoologyReproductive Health
What is the purpose of spermicidal creams, jellies, and foams when used with barriers?
Options
- ATo reduce pleasure
- BTo increase contraceptive efficiency
- CTo enhance sperm motility
- DTo regulate menstrual cycles
Correct answer
B. To increase contraceptive efficiency
Step-by-step solution
Condoms are barriers made of thin rubber/ latex sheath that are used to cover the penis in the male or vagina and cervix in the female, just before coitus so that the ejaculated semen would not enter into the female reproductive tract. This can prevent conception. ‘Nirodh’ is a popular brand of condom for the male. Use of condoms has increased in recent years due to its additional benefit of protecting the user from contracting STIs and AIDS. Both the male and the female condoms are disposable, can be self-inserted