puberty Flashcards
1
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What is puberty?
A
Puberty is the period during which males and females reach sexual maturity
2
Q
At what age does puberty usually begin?
A
Between ages 11 to 15, though it may vary.
3
Q
What triggers puberty?
A
The production of sex hormones, which stimulate gametogenesis and sexual maturity.
4
Q
What male sex hormone is produced during puberty?
A
Testosterone.
5
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What female sex hormones are produced during puberty?
A
Oestrogen and progesterone.
6
Q
What are three physical changes in males during puberty?
A
Growth of facial hair.
Larynx enlarges, deepening the voice.
Muscles enlarge, and shoulders become wider.
7
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What are three physical changes in females during puberty?
A
Development of breasts.
Hips widen, and fat is deposited below the skin.
Growth of pubic and armpit hair.
