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Gonads

Definition (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gonads)

The gonad is the organ that makes gametes. The gonads in males are the testes and the gonads in females are the ovaries. The product, gametes, are haploid germ cells. For example, spermatozoon and egg cells are gametes. (Wikipedia)

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Broader TermsNarrower TermsRelated Terms
Endocrine glands
Genitalia
Ovaries
Ovotestis
Testes
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Approved Date
12-Mar-2013

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