Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sex-cell
noun
/sɛks ˈsɛl/
Definition
A sex cell is a reproductive cell that combines with another sex cell during fertilization to form a new organism.
Examples
- The male sex cell is called a sperm.
- The female sex cell is known as an egg or ovum.
- In plants, sex cells are involved in the process of pollination to create seeds.
Meaning
Sex cells are crucial for sexual reproduction, carrying the genetic material from each parent and merging to create offspring.
Synonyms
- gamete
- reproductive cell
- germ cell
