ADOLESCENCE
MALE REPRODUCTION
FEMALE REPRODUCTION
HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
STAGES OF LIFE
100
The stage of life between childhood and adulthood, usually beginning somewhere between the ages of 11 and 15.
adolescence
100
The process by which living organisms produce others of their own kind.
reproduction
100
The joining of a male sperm cell and a female egg cell to form a new human life.
fertilization
100
Body parts made up of different tissues jointed together to perform a function.
organs
100

Babies develop trust and are dependent on others during this stage of life.

infancy (birth to age 1)

200

Chemical substances produced in certain glands that help to regulate the way your body functions.

hormones

200
The male reproductive cells that are first produced during puberty, usually between the ages of 12-15.
sperm
200
The process by which the ovaries release a single mature egg.
ovulation
200
The name for the developing organism from the end of the eighth week until birth.
fetus
200
During this period teens (12-18) take on greater responsibility and begin to develop their adult personalities.
adolescence
300
The time when you develop physical characteristics of adults of your own gender.
puberty
300
The hormone that regulates male sexual development.
testosterone
300
A pear-shaped organ in which a developing child is nourished.
uterus
300
Threadlike structures that carry the codes for inherited traits. Almost all human cells have 23 pairs.
chromosomes
300
Also known as the toddler years, children learn that they can do simple tasks without help.
early childhood
400
Consists of glands throughout the body that regulate body functions.
endocrine system
400
Consists of body organs and structures that make it possible to produce young.
reproductive system
400
The flow of the uterine lining material from the body.
menstruation
400
A group of organs that work together to carry out related tasks.
body system
400

Ages 20-40;  people work to establish their career, build relationships, create new family

Adulthood

500
The process by which the body gets energy from food.
metabolism
500

Name one disorder that can affect the male reproductive system.

cancer (prostate or testicular), hernia, sterility, ED

500
A doctor who specializes in the female reproductive system.
gynocologist
500
The basic unit of heredity.
gene(s)
500

65+ years old; retirement, life review, wisdom

Late Adulthood/Old Age

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