Roles Of Hormones Flashcards
What produces oestrogen and progesterone
-ovaries
What are oestrogen and progesterone responsible for
They are responsible for changes including ovulation and menstruation
What produces testosterone
The testes
What is testosterone responsible for
For the development of secondary sexual characteristics such as a deeper voice
What is a primary characteristic
It’s the characteristics your born with such as a penis or vagina
What is a secondary characteristic
It’s a characteristic that develops with puberty
What’s some examples of primary characteristics of puberty
-uterus and vagina growth
- menstrual cycle begins
-penis enlarges
-random erections
-testes produce sperm
-prostrate gland produces sectretion
What are some examples of secondary characteristics during puberty
-boobs develop
-armpit and pubic hair grows
-growth spurt
-hips widen
-increase layers of fat under skin
-facial, Pubic and chest hair grow
-change in larynx(throat)