5 Questions
During puberty, both sexes experience a rapid increase in height and weight over about 2-3 years. This is referred to as
The growth spurt
At what age does the growth spurt typically begin for girls during puberty?
Between 10 and 13 years old
At what age does the growth spurt typically begin for boys during puberty?
Between 13 and 16 years old
What factors primarily influence an individual's timetable for puberty?
Heredity and environment
What hormones are released during the growth spurt in puberty?
Growth hormones, thyroid hormones, and androgens
Study Notes
Puberty Growth Spurt
- During puberty, both sexes experience a rapid increase in height and weight over about 2-3 years.
- Girls typically experience the growth spurt around 10-11 years old.
- Boys typically experience the growth spurt around 12-13 years old.
- An individual's timetable for puberty is primarily influenced by genetic factors, with some influence from environmental factors such as nutrition and overall health.
- The growth spurt in puberty is triggered by the release of sex hormones, specifically estrogen in girls and testosterone in boys.
Test your knowledge on puberty and its physical changes with this quiz. Learn about the factors that influence the onset and pace of puberty and discover how it varies from person to person.
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