The period of sexual and physical maturation is (the)
A) infancy.
B) childhood.
C) senescence.
D) adolescence.
E) neonatal period.

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Adolescence is the period of sexual and physical maturation, marked by the development of secondary sexual characteristics and the ability to reproduce. Infancy is the period from birth to 2 years of age, childhood encompasses from 2 to 12 years of age, senescence is the period of aging, and the neonatal period is the first 28 days after birth.

The Period of Sexual and Physical Maturation Is (The)