Biology: Concepts and Investigations
Biology: Concepts and Investigations
5th Edition
ISBN: 9781260259049
Author: Hoefnagels
Publisher: MCG
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Chapter 36.4, Problem 3MC
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To analyze:

The selective pressures that result in sexual dimorphism.

Introduction:

The significant difference in shape among organisms of different sex within the same species is known as sexual dimorphism. For instance, the male in certain species, such as many animals, is bigger as compared to females. The female of certain species, like some spiders, is bigger than the male.

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