Sex organs and traits that develop at puberty and are only indirectly involved in human reproduction are called ________ sexual characteristics.

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Secondary sexual characteristics refer to traits that develop at puberty and are not directly involved in reproduction, such as breast development and facial hair growth. Primary sexual characteristics are the actual reproductive organs, and tertiary is not a recognized term in this context. Pubescent is an adjective indicating that something is related to puberty, but it is not a specific term for sexual characteristics.

Sex Organs and Traits That Develop at Puberty and Are