Roles of Oestrogen and Progesterone Flashcards

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what is the time where boys and girls change by hormones called?

A

puberty

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what is the male hormone in puberty?

A

testosterone

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3
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what is the female hormone in puberty?

A

oestrogen

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4
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what are secondary sexual characteristics?

A

characteristics that develop during puberty

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girls secondary sexual characteristics

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  • voice deepens, but doesn’t break
  • the menstrual cycle begins
  • pelvis broadens in preparation for pregnancy and labour
  • armpit and pubic hair growth
  • muscle development and fat deposits on breasts, hips and thighs
  • growth and development of genitalia
  • possible mood swings and acne
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boys secondary sexual characteristics

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  • voice breaks
  • sperm production begins
  • shoulders broaden
  • facial, armpit, body and pubic hair growth
  • greater muscle development
  • growth and development of genetalia
  • possible mood swings and acne
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