Juanita, 11 years old, is developing breasts. She is experiencing the growth of
A) primary sex characteristics.
B) secondary sex characteristics.
C) gonadal trophisms.
D) none of the above.

Question

Juanita, 11 years old, is developing breasts. She is experiencing the growth of 
A) primary sex characteristics.
B) secondary sex characteristics.
C) gonadal trophisms.
D) none of the above.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Breast development is a secondary sex characteristic that is a result of hormonal changes during puberty. Primary sex characteristics are related to the reproductive system and include the development of the ovaries and uterus in females, as well as the testes and penis in males. Gonadal trophisms are not a recognized term in the field of human biology or anatomy.

Juanita, 11 Years Old, Is Developing Breasts