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Define spermiogenesis.
Define the term spermiogenesis.
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Solution 1
Spermiogenesis is the process of transforming spermatids into mature, flagellated spermatozoa (sperms).
Solution 2
The process of transformation of a circular spermatid to a spermatozoon is called spermiogenesis.
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