Question 1

The period of life, when the body undergoes changes, leading to reproductive maturity, is called

Accepted Answer

Adolescence is the period of life when the body undergoes changes that lead to reproductive maturity, marking the transition from childhood to adulthood.

Question 2

The human body undergoes several changes during adolescence. These changes mark the onset of

Accepted Answer

Puberty is the stage in human development during which adolescents experience hormonal changes that lead to physical and sexual maturation.

Question 3

Adam's apple is prominent in

Accepted Answer

The Adam's apple, a prominent feature of the human neck due to the thyroid cartilage around the larynx, becomes more prominent in males during puberty. This is because the larynx grows and the vocal cords lengthen during this period, leading to a deeper voice and a more noticeable Adam's apple, primarily in adolescent boys.

Question 4

Larynx is also called

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The answer of Larynx is also called
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Question 5

Acne and pimples on the face is due to secretion of

Accepted Answer

Acne and pimples are primarily caused by the overactivity of oil glands (sebaceous glands) during puberty, leading to clogged pores and bacterial growth.

Question 6

Menopause occurs at the age of

Accepted Answer

Menopause typically occurs in women between the ages of 45 and 50, marking the end of their reproductive years.

Question 7

When a sperm containing Y chromosome fertilizes an egg with X chromosome, the zygote develops into a _____ child

Accepted Answer

The combination of a Y chromosome from the sperm and an X chromosome from the egg results in a male (XY) child.

Question 8

The change from larve to adult is called

Accepted Answer

Metamorphosis is the correct term for the process in which an animal changes from larva to adult, as seen in insects and amphibians.

Quiz 1: Biology of Adolescence: Hormones, Changes, and Development