Physical Changes of Puberty in Girls Flashcards
1
Q
What physical changes occur in girls during puberty regarding breast tissue?
A
- breast development occurs
- normally the first sign of puberty
2
Q
What physical changes occur in girls during puberty regarding hair?
A
- growth of hair in the pubic area and armpits
- often the second noticeable change
3
Q
What physical changes occur in girls during puberty regarding their reproductive organs?
A
- increase in size of uterus, ovaries and the primary follicles
4
Q
What physical changes occur in girls during puberty regarding bone structure?
A
- widening of pelvis (and thus the hips)
- to provide a wider birth canal
5
Q
What physical changes occur in girls during puberty regarding fat deposition?
A
- deposition of fat on hips, thighs, upper arms and buttocks
6
Q
What physical changes occur in girls during puberty regarding menstruation?
A
- start of the 28-day menstrual cycle
- average age of starting is between 12 and 18
7
Q
What is the first menstrual bleeding known as?
A
- menarche
8
Q
What physical changes occur in girls during puberty regarding ovulation?
A
- ovulation begins
- (which in about 80% of girls only occurs after the first year of menstruating)
9
Q
What physical changes occur in girls during puberty regarding physical growth?
A
- growth spurt lasting two to three years occurs
10
Q
What physical changes occur in girls during puberty regarding skin?
A
- possible acne, as skin gets oilier
