Puberty And Adolescence Flashcards
1
Q
Changes in boys
A
Hair grown under arms, on face and chest and pubic.
Shoulders get wider
Body smell increases
Testes start to make sperm cells
Testes and penis get bigger
Voice deepens ("breaks")
2
Q
Changes in girls
A
Hair grows under arms and on pubic Hips get wider Body smell increases Ovaries start to release egg cells Breasts develop
3
Q
What is adolescence ?
A
The time when puberty is occurring and emotional changes happen
4
Q
When does adolescence happen
A
Ages of 10 and 15 and ends at about 18. The changes start sooner in girls
5
Q
What happens after puberty for men
A
Men produce sperm cells for the rest of their lives
6
Q
What is the menopause ?
A
When women stop releasing egg cells at the age of 45-55
