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The [[Sperm Cell|sperm]] and [[ovum]] are examples of [[gamete]]s in [[animal]]s.
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: The [[Sperm Cell|sperm]] and [[ovum]] are examples of [[gamete]]s in [[animal]]s.
[[Pollen]] is an example of a [[gamete]] in [[plant]]s.
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: [[Pollen]] is an example of a [[gamete]] in [[plant]]s.

Revision as of 15:45, 19 November 2018

Key Stage 3

Meaning

A gamete is a specialised cell that contains only half of the DNA needed to make a new organism.

Noun: Gamete
Also known as: Sex Cell

Examples

The sperm and ovum are examples of gametes in animals.
Pollen is an example of a gamete in plants.