BIO 123 Lecture Notes - Lecture 3: Allosome, Aromatase, Y Chromosome
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Intersex- reproductive anatomy does not exactly fit definition of male or female. Gene on y chromosome codes for proteins that cause testes to develop. Only fetus with y chromosome can make those above. Sequential hermaphroditism live in big harem, one dominant male. If female dies, one of the male becomes the female. Biological assigned sex: the anatomical physiological and genetic characteristics associated with being male or female. Gender identity: the psychological sense of being male or female. Hijra: india, usually men who are transgender females, third gender in india. Sexual orientation: an enduring pattern of emotional, romantic and/or sexual attractions to men, woman, or both sexes. Dominance, excited, maybe they"re getting something from it, for play, because they have sexual energy, helps form bonds and alliances, prevents tension, practicing. Sodomy: anal or oral sexual activity between people or between a person and a non-human animal. Having more older brothers increases the likelihood a male will be homosexual.
