Puberty Flashcards
How can you sort substances?
You can sort them into two groups: Elements and compounds
What is an Atom?
An atom is the smallest particle of an element that can exist
What is an element?
An element is a substance that cannot be broken down into other substances
What is the name for a pair of atoms?
A pair of atoms are called molecules
What is an compound?
A compound is a substance that is made up of atoms of two or more elements,strongly together.
What happens during adolescence?
Adolescence involves both emotional and physical changes.These can cause you to become moody,self-conscious,and angry.
What is an example of a compound?
Carbon dioxide
What is puberty?
During adolescence your body goes through physical changes this is called puberty
When does puberty take place?
It takes place between the age of 9 and 14
Does girls start puberty before boys?
Yes
Where does most of your changes in puberty take place?
In your reproductive system
What happens in girls puberty?
1) Breast develop
2)Ovaries start to release egg cells
3)Periods start
4)Hips widen
What happens in boys puberty?
1)Voice breaks-it gets deeper
2)Testicles and penis gets bigger
3)Testicles start to produce sperm
4)Shoulders widen
5)Hair grows on the face and chest
What causes puberty?
All of the changes that take place in your body during puberty is caused by sex hormones
Where are female sex hormones made?
In the ovaries
