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Title

Science: Chapter 19-3

Description

What is the menstrual cycle?

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Subject

Science

Level

6th Grade

Created

03/03/2008

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Term

What word means:
the stage of human development during which a person develops the ability to reproduce?

Definition

puberty

Term

What word means:
the process by which blood and tissue from the lining of the uterus break apart and leave the body?

Definition

menstruation

Term

How often does the menstrual cycle typically occur?

Definition

once a month

Term

What word means:
the release of a mature egg
from the ovary?

Definition

ovulation
(ov/u/la/tion)

Term

What triggers (starts) ovulation?

Definition

hormones