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Explain how testosterone and oestrogen contribute to the development and management of secondary sexual traits during puberty.

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Explain how testosterone and oestrogen contribute to the development and management of secondary sexual traits during puberty

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Hormones and Secondary Sexual Traits

Testosterone is the main hormone responsible for male secondary sexual traits, while oestrogen is the main hormone responsible for female secondary sexual traits.

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    Describe one secondary sexual characteristic caused by testosterone in males.

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