Picci and Scherf Found That, at Puberty, Face Recognition Was

question 7

Multiple Choice

Picci and Scherf found that, at puberty, face recognition was better for:

• A) More attractive individuals in the peer group
• B) Peers than for adults
• C) All family members
• D) Well-known celebrities

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Definitions:

Estrogens

Sex hormones secreted by ovaries; function in reproduction and cause development of female secondary sexual characteristics.

Corpus Luteum

A temporary endocrine structure in female ovaries that is involved in the production of relatively high levels of progesterone, moderate levels of estradiol, inhibin A, and small amounts of estrogen.

Testes

Male reproductive organs that produce sperm and hormones, such as testosterone.

Primary Oocyte

An immature egg cell that undergoes meiosis to form a haploid ovum, a critical cell type in female reproduction.