Comparison between Reproductive Phases of Males and Females

Last updated at April 16, 2024 by Teachoo

Different Reproductive Phases in Human Beings

Male	Females
Reproductive phase begins at around 12 years	Reproductive phase begins at around 10-12 years (1-2 years earlier than males) when menstruation starts
Male Reproductive Organs - Penis and testes are developed. They produce sperm	Female reproductive organs - Ovaries,oviducts and uterus are developed. They which produce ovams
Hormone released by body is Testosterone which help in increase in muscles and body hair	Hormone released by body is Estrogen which help in growth of breasts
Reproductive phase lasts till old age	Reproductive phase lasts till 45-50 years
No menstruation is observed in men	Females have menstruation (bleeding) once a month

NCERT Question 7 (b) - Choose the correct option

Reproductive age in women starts when their

(i) menstruation starts.

(ii) breasts start developing.

(iii) body weight increases.

(iv) height increases.