Puberty Flashcards

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Female puberty

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The amount of the hormone oestrogen rises and triggers the menstrual cycle.
Underarm and pubic hair grow.
Breasts enlarge.

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Male puberty

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The amount of the hormone testosterone rises. This stimulates sperm production.
Underarm, facial and pubic hair grow.
Voice deepens

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Features appeared in puberty are called

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Secondary sex characteristic

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What is the menstrual cycle

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The menstrual cycle is a monthly cycle, which involves the maturation (process of maturing) and release of an egg. If sexual intercourse has occurred, this can result in pregnancy

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Hormones that control the menstrual cycle

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Oestrogen
Progesterone

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How many stages are in the menstrual cycle

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4

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Oestrogen function and location

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Oestrogen is produced in the ovaries and causes the development of the thick, spongy uterus lining

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Progesterone location and function

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Produced in ovaries after ovulation
Breaks down lining of uterus

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Process of the last stage of the menstrual cycle

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The lining of uterus is maintained(oestrogen ) and is ready for fertilised egg if no egg is attached lining breaks down and cycle begins again

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