Puberty Changes in Adolescents
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What is one major physical change that occurs during puberty in girls?

  • Increase in body fat distribution (correct)
  • Narrowing of hips
  • Reduction in sweat gland activity
  • Decrease in facial hair growth

Which of the following is a mental change associated with puberty?

  • Development of secondary sex characteristics
  • Proper growth of reproductive organs (correct)
  • Improved emotional regulation
  • Enhanced cognitive abilities

Which physical change occurs for both boys and girls during puberty?

  • Growth of facial hair (correct)
  • Development of breasts
  • Enlargement of hips
  • Increase in breast size

What happens to the skin of both boys and girls during puberty?

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Which physical change is unique to boys during puberty?

<p>Development of reproductive organs (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Puberty

The development of secondary sexual characteristics, such as breasts in girls and facial hair in boys.

Reproductive organ development

The increase in size and function of reproductive organs, like the uterus in girls and testes in boys.

Body hair development

The growth of hair in areas like the armpits, pubic area, and facial area in both boys and girls.

Wider shoulders and chest

This change in body shape makes the shoulders broader in both girls and boys during puberty.

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Increased sweat gland activity

The production of sweat increases, making the skin more oily and pores more pronounced.

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Study Notes

Puberty Changes in Girls

  • Girls experience facial hair growth
  • Body hair growth, including underarm and chest hair
  • Chest and shoulders widen
  • Skin becomes rough and oily
  • Sweat gland secretions increase

Puberty Changes in Boys

  • Facial hair growth
  • Body hair growth
  • Enlargement of breasts
  • Body fat redistribution
  • Development of second sex reproductive organs

Mental and Physical Changes at Puberty

  • Reproductive organs develop and become functional
  • Adolescence is a time of physical and mental changes
  • Proper growth and well-being of reproductive organs are important aspects of reproductive health

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This quiz explores the various physical and mental changes that occur during puberty in both girls and boys. Understand the developmental milestones and the importance of reproductive health during this crucial phase of adolescence.

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