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GO: Biological Process

development of secondary male sexual characteristics

Term ID
GO:0046544
Synonyms
Definition
The process whose specific outcome is the progression of the secondary male sexual characteristics over time, from their formation to the mature structures. In male humans, these include growth of axillary, chest, and pubic hair, voice changes, and testicular/penile enlargement. Development occurs in response to sex hormone secretion.
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Ontology
GO: Biological Process    QuickGO    AmiGO
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Phenotype
Phenotype caused by Genes