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Vocabulary Term Details

Sex

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

Organisms of many species are specialized into male and female varieties, each known as a sex. Sexual reproduction involves the combining and mixing of genetic traits: specialized cells known as gametes combine to form offspring that inherit traits from each parent. (Wikipedia)

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Broader TermsNarrower TermsRelated Terms
Biological properties
N/ASex chromosomes
Sex determination
Sex ratio
Sexual reproduction

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Approved Date
22-Oct-2013

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