Sexual maturation

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-010789",
  "term": "Sexual maturation",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The biological process by which an organism develops the ability to reproduce sexually, involving the development of secondary sexual characteristics and functional reproductive organs. This process is regulated by hormonal changes and typically culminates in puberty in mammals. It marks the transition from juvenile to adult reproductive capability.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2016, 88, 713. 'Glossary of terms used in developmental and reproductive toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2016)' on page 804 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-1202)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/sexual-maturation/"
}