germ plasm

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Noun germ plasm has 1 sense

germ plasm, plasm - the protoplasm of the germ cells that contains chromosomes and genes
--₁ is a kind of protoplasm, living substance

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Germ Plasm

Definition:

Germ plasm refers to the genetic material present in the reproductive cells, such as sperm and eggs, of an organism. It carries the hereditary information that is passed on to offspring.

Example sentences:

The transmission of traits from parent to offspring is determined by the germ plasm.
Scientists study the germ plasm to gain insights into genetic inheritance and evolution.
During fertilization, the sperm and egg combine their germ plasm to form a new individual.

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