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gonochorism

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Unlike most flatworms, schistosomes are gonochoristic. The narrow female can be seen emerging from the thicker male's gynecophoral canal below his ventral sucker.

Etymology

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From gono- +‎ Ancient Greek χωρίζω (khōrízō, separate) +‎ -ism.

Noun

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gonochorism (uncountable)

  1. (biology, chiefly zoology) The situation in which the individuals of a species are of one of at least two distinct sexes, and retain that sexuality throughout their lives.
    Coordinate term: dioecy
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