Explain the Secondary sex characteristics of Girls.

1.	Explain the Secondary sex characteristics of Girls.
Answer» Girls show the following secondary sex characteristics at the time of puberty. 1. Hips – Due to the enlargement of the pelvic bone and the development of subcutaneous fat, the hip becomes wider and rounder. 2. Breast – After the enlargement of hips, the breasts begin to develop during this time. 3. Hair – Pubic hair appears followed by axillary and body hair on the limbs. 4. Skin – The skin becomes coarser and the pores enlarge as in the case of boys. 5. Gland – Oil producing glands become active causing acne on the face. 6. Muscles – Increase in muscles takes place which gives shape to shoulders, arms and legs. 7. Voice – Voice becomes shrill and voice breaks are rare among girls.

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Girls show the following secondary sex characteristics at the time of puberty.

1. Hips – Due to the enlargement of the pelvic bone and the development of subcutaneous fat, the hip becomes wider and rounder.

2. Breast – After the enlargement of hips, the breasts begin to develop during this time.

3. Hair – Pubic hair appears followed by axillary and body hair on the limbs.

4. Skin – The skin becomes coarser and the pores enlarge as in the case of boys.

5. Gland – Oil producing glands become active causing acne on the face.

6. Muscles – Increase in muscles takes place which gives shape to shoulders, arms and legs.

7. Voice – Voice becomes shrill and voice breaks are rare among girls.

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