Adolescence

Question 1

Males and females will experience what type of changes?

Answer 1

Physical and growth changes

Question 2

What are primary and secondary sexual characteristics

Answer 2

Primary sexual characteristics detail the changes and developments of the reproductive organs
Secondary sexual characteristics are outward signs of a development for a child into a man or a woman

Question 3

What are the primary sexual characteristics for women?

Answer 3

Uterus enlarges and vagina lengthens
Ovaries begin to release eggs
Menstrual cycle begins

Question 4

What are the secondary sexual characteristics for women?

Answer 4

Breasts develop and areola (area around nipples) swells and darkens
Pubic hair in arms and pubic area
Redistribution of body fat (wider hips)

Question 5

What are primary sexual characteristics for men?

Answer 5

Enlargement of penis and testes
Spontaneous erections caused by blood flowing into the penis
Testicles begin to produce spermatozoa, beginning of ejaculation

Question 6

What are secondary sexual characteristics for men?

Answer 6

Changes in larynx/Adam’s apple, causing a deeper voice
Facial hair and hair in arms and pubic area
Redistribution of muscle tissue and fat

Question 7

When does puberty start for men and women?

Answer 7

Women:11-13
Men: 13-15

Question 8

What is puberty triggered by and what does it help the body prepare for?

Answer 8

Puberty is triggered by hormonal action and prepares the body for sexual reproduction

Question 9

What may both genders experience?

Answer 9

Both genders may experience growth spurts when they grow taller at a faster rate