Question
State the type and characteristics of germ cells.
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Answer
- Type of germ cells: male gametes and female gametes.
- In very simple organisms, the two germ cells may be similar or little different.
- For higher and more complex organisms the germ cells are of specialised type.
| Male gametes | Female gametes |
| They are smaller and motile. | They are larger and contains nutrients. |
| They are called sperms. | They are called egg cells. |
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