The Timing of Puberty Has Changed Over the Past Few

question 127

Multiple Choice

The timing of puberty has changed over the past few generations.What does this trend likely reflect

• A) an increase in pollution 
• B) improvements in nutrition and medical care 
• C) increases in sexual activity at an earlier age, triggering earlier pubescence 
• D) changes in genetically predisposed timing of puberty

Identify conditions related to the imbalance of hormones and their effects on the body.

Recognize the functions and roles of different glands in the endocrine system.

Understand the biochemical and physiological impacts of hormones on metabolism and the body's homeostasis.

Recognize various medical conditions resulting from hormone deficiencies or excess.

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