Adult
Term · Chemistry · MLC-T-CHM-000295
An organism that has reached full physical and sexual maturity, capable of reproduction. In humans, this stage typically follows adolescence and is characterized by the completion of skeletal growth and the full development of secondary sexual characteristics. The definition of adulthood can vary culturally and legally, but biologically it signifies reproductive capability.
| Identifier | MLC-T-CHM-000295 |
|---|---|
| Field | Chemistry |
| Subject | Chemistry and Human Health |
| References | PAC, 2016, 88, 713. 'Glossary of terms used in developmental and reproductive toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2016)' on page 718 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-1202) |
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