In Girls, Adolescence Begins with a Major Event of Puberty

question 96

Short Answer

In girls, adolescence begins with a major event of puberty called _______.

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Definitions:

Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)

A common respiratory virus that causes infections of the lungs and respiratory tract, especially serious in infants and the elderly.

Premature Infant

An infant born before completing the usual 37 weeks of gestation, often requiring special medical care due to underdeveloped organs.

Exposure

The state of being subjected to something, such as a cold environment, disease agents, or stressful situations, which can affect health.

Hemoglobin

A protein in red blood cells responsible for carrying oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body.