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Infants reach approximately half their adult height by the time they are ______ years old.
Infants reach approximately half their adult height by the time they are ______ years old.
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During early childhood, children develop strength and ______.
During early childhood, children develop strength and ______.
coordination
Adolescents experience growth spurts and develop sexual ______ during puberty.
Adolescents experience growth spurts and develop sexual ______ during puberty.
characteristics
In middle adulthood, the aging process begins with some loss of strength and ______.
In middle adulthood, the aging process begins with some loss of strength and ______.
Older adults may experience a loss of ______ of up to a few centimeters.
Older adults may experience a loss of ______ of up to a few centimeters.
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Infant Growth (0-2 years)
Infant Growth (0-2 years)
Infants grow rapidly, reaching about half their adult height by age 2. Significant milestones like walking (around 1 year) and running (around 2 years) occur during this period.
Early Childhood Growth (3-8 years)
Early Childhood Growth (3-8 years)
Children continue growing steadily, developing strength and coordination during early childhood (ages 3-8).
Adolescent Growth Spurt
Adolescent Growth Spurt
Adolescents (9-18 years) experience rapid growth spurts and develop secondary sex characteristics during puberty.
Peak Physical Fitness (19-45)
Peak Physical Fitness (19-45)
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Aging Process (46+ years)
Aging Process (46+ years)
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Study Notes
Infancy (0-2 years)
- Infants grow rapidly, reaching about half their adult height by age 2.
- By one year old, most infants can walk.
- By age 2, infants can typically run.
Early Childhood (3-8 years)
- Children continue growing steadily during this period.
- Strength and coordination develop further.
Adolescence (9-18 years)
- Adolescents experience growth spurts.
- Puberty results in the development of secondary sexual characteristics.
Early Adulthood (19-45 years)
- Young adults typically reach peak physical fitness.
Middle Adulthood (46-65 years)
- The aging process begins, leading to some loss of strength and stamina.
- Women experience menopause.
Later Adulthood (65+)
- The aging process continues, with a gradual decline in mobility.
- Adults may experience a loss of height (up to a few centimeters).
Principles of Growth
- Growth rates are not consistent throughout life.
- Different body parts grow at various rates and times.
- Growth rates vary between individuals.
- Boys generally grow taller than girls.
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Test your knowledge on the stages of human growth and development from infancy to later adulthood. This quiz covers physical milestones and changes that occur throughout life. See how well you understand the principles of growth and the variations in development across different age groups.
