Question

What are the secondary sexual characters in males and females?

Answer 1

Secondary sexual characters:

1. Secondary sexual characteristics can be defined as the development of any physical characteristic which helps in distinguishing between males and females during the period of puberty (sexual maturity).
2. These characters are not directly involved in reproduction.

Secondary sexual characters in males:

1. Growth of facial hair
2. Shoulder become wider.
3. The voice becomes deeper and hoarse.

Secondary sexual character in females:

1. Breasts enlarge and mammary glands develop
2. Pelvic region widens
3. The voice becomes shrill.
4. Hair grows in the pubic area.