Physical Development In Adolescence Flashcards
What happens during puberty?
The brain starts to release chemicals called hormones.
What happens to primary sexual characteristics?
Hormones cause the sexual and reproductive organs to mature.
What are examples of primary sexual characteristics?
Ovaries, vagina, testes and penis.
What appear during puberty?
Secondary sexual characteristics.
What are examples of secondary sexual characteristics?
Breasts for females and facial hair for men.
What are primary male sexual characteristics?
Penis enlarges
Prostate gland produces secretions
Testes enlarge and produce sperm
What are primary female sexual characteristics?
Uterus and vagina grow
Ovulation and menstrual periods begin
What are secondary male sexual characteristics?
Growth of facial hair and armpit/pubic hair
Increased muscles and strength
Growth spurt
Voice box grows so the voice deepens
What are secondary female sexual characteristics?
Enlargement of breasts
Growth of armpit/pubic hair
Increased fat layers under the skin
Growth spurt
