How is adolescence different from childhood? [2 marks]

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Childhood: It is defined as a period from the birth to adolescence when most mental and physical growth of human beings occur. (1 mark)
Adolescence: It is the period of transition between childhood and adulthood. During this time the development and maturation of primary and secondary sexual characters take place. (1 mark)

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