Reaching the Age of Adolescence

Science Class 8 : Chapter 10

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  • Adolescence: Period from 11-19 years, transition from childhood to adulthood.
  • Puberty: Time when reproductive maturity is reached, marked by physical changes.
  • Physical Changes: Increase in height, change in body shape, voice changes (Adam's apple in boys), development of sex organs.
  • Secondary Sexual Characters: Features distinguishing males from females (facial hair in boys, breast development in girls).
  • Hormones: Chemical messengers from endocrine glands (pituitary, testes, ovaries).
  • Menstrual Cycle: Monthly cycle in females (28-30 days), menarche to menopause.
  • Sex Determination: XX chromosomes (female), XY chromosomes (male). Father's sperm determines sex.
  • Reproductive Health: Balanced diet, personal hygiene, exercise, avoiding drugs and myths.
  • Endocrine Glands: Pituitary (master gland), thyroid, pancreas, adrenals, gonads.

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Chapter Summary : Reaching the Age of Adolescence

What You Will Learn: This chapter covers adolescence and puberty, physical and emotional changes during this period, role of hormones in development, menstrual cycle, sex determination, endocrine system, and importance of reproductive health and hygiene.

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