Sexual maturity
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Sexual maturity is the capability of an
Most
Role of reproductive organs
Sexual maturity is brought about by a maturing of the
After sexual maturity is achieved,[
Puberty vs. sexual maturity
In some animals, there is a difference between puberty and sexual maturity. For example, in bulls, puberty is characterized by the accelerated growth of the genital system, an increase in luteinizing hormone (LH) secretion, and the onset of spermatogenesis. Sexual maturity, however, signifies the attainment of full reproductive capacity, which may take up to 6–9 months after puberty.[3]
See also
References
- ^ ISBN 0-7618-2765-X.
- ISBN 978-0-203-09178-4.
The definition of puberty alone can encompass the process of sexual maturation, but a more expansive approach is to think of puberty in combination with the term adolescence. This differentiation prompts the practitioner to consider the psychological, behavioral, and social changes of the adolescent who is experiencing pubertal development.
- ^ "Veterinary Andrology and Reproductive Techniques: Puberty Vs Sexual maturity". ecoursesonline.iasri.res.in. Archived from the original on 2022-09-21. Retrieved 2022-09-21.