UNIT 3 PART 2: Biological & Physical Growth

Puberty

Biological stage of sexual maturity and physical growth.

Primary Sex Characteristics

Body organs directly required for human biological reproduction.

Menopause

Natural biological end of female menstrual cycles permanently.

Genetic Mutations

Permanent random changes occurring in DNA code sequences.

Imprinting

Rapid early bonding to first seen moving object.

Secondary Sex Characteristics

Non-reproductive physical changes appearing during adolescent puberty.

Menarche

Very first menstrual period occurring in adolescent females.

Spermarche

Very first ejaculation occurring in adolescent male bodies.

Sex

Biological assignment based on chromosomes and anatomy traits.

Gender

Socially constructed roles and expectations for identity choices.

Temperament

Innate emotional reactivity and personality traits from birth.

Social Clock

Culturally preferred timing for major adult life milestones.

Emerging Adulthood

Bridge period between late teens and full independence.