10. Sexuality and Gender

Primary sex characteristics

Amber, who just turned 11, has been noticing a slight increase in her breast size, and there are tiny strands of hair growing out from her underarm and pubic areas. Amber appears to be experiencing

Over the past year, Jay has gained several inches in height, experienced a deepening in his voice, developed coarser skin, and noticed hair growth on his face, chest, and pubic area. These particular physical changes in Jay's development are all examples of _____ sex characteristics.

_____ are sexual organs present at birth and are directly involved in human reproduction.

_____ are sexual organs and traits that develop at puberty and are indirectly involved in human reproduction.

Which characteristic is an example of female primary sex characteristics?

Which characteristic is an example of male secondary sex characteristics?

Which characteristic is an example of a female secondary sex characteristic?