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Last updated on 09/14/2026 at 11:05 PM
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gamete
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A reproductive cell (sperm or egg) that carries half of an organism's genetic material.
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gamète
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gonad
Définition
An organ that produces gametes (eggs or sperm) for reproduction.
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gonade
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