Body hair
Body Hair
Body hair, or androgenic hair, is the terminal hair that develops on the human body during and after puberty. It is different from the head hair and less visible vellus hair.
Pronunciation
- Body Hair: /ˈbɒdi hɛər/
Etymology
The term "body hair" is derived from the Old English words "bodig" meaning "the physical structure of a person or animal" and "haer" meaning "hair".
Function
Body hair serves several biological purposes. It provides warmth and protection from the environment. It also plays a role in the sensory system, helping to detect environmental changes.
Distribution
Body hair is distributed in different patterns across the sexes. In males, it is typically more abundant and coarser. In females, it is usually finer and less visible.
Related Terms
- Terminal Hair: The thick, long, and dark hair that appears on the body.
- Vellus Hair: The fine, short, and light-colored hair that covers much of the body.
- Androgenic Hair: The hair that appears on the body during and after puberty, often more prominent in males.
- Puberty: The period in life when a person becomes sexually mature.
- Androgen: A type of hormone that plays a role in male traits and reproductive activity.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Body hair
- Wikipedia's article - Body hair
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