Different Reproductive Phases in Human Beings
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Male |
Females |
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Reproductive phase begins at around 12 years |
Reproductive phase begins at around 10-12 years (1-2 years earlier than males) when menstruation starts |
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Male Reproductive Organs - Penis and testes are developed. They produce sperm |
Female reproductive organs - Ovaries,oviducts and uterus are developed. They which produce ovams |
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Hormone released by body is Testosterone which help in increase in muscles and body hair |
Hormone released by body is Estrogen which help in growth of breasts |
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Reproductive phase lasts till old age |
Reproductive phase lasts till 45-50 years |
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No menstruation is observed in men |
Females have menstruation (bleeding) once a month |
Questions
NCERT Question 7 (b) - Choose the correct option
Reproductive age in women starts when their
(i) menstruation starts.
(ii) breasts start developing.
(iii) body weight increases.
(iv) height increases.
