Human reproduction (Part 4 - Secondary sex characteristics)

Question 1

Secondary sex charcteristics

Answer 1

Physical traits associated with gender other than sex organs themselves

Question 2

Examples of secondary sex characteristics in males

Answer 2

• Increased muscle mass
• Increased bone growth
• Growth of body hair
• Enlargement of larynx - deepens voice

Question 3

Examples of secondary sex characteristics in females

Answer 3

• Enlargement and development of breasts
• Widening of hips
• Growth of body hair
• ‘Nurturing behaviour’