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What is hermaphroditism? Name two hermaphroditism animals.

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Definition of Hermaphroditism**: - Hermaphroditism is a biological condition where an organism possesses both male and female reproductive organs within the same individual. This means that a single organism can produce both sperm and eggs. 2. **Explanation of Reproductive Organs**: - In hermaphroditic organisms, the presence of both testes (male reproductive organs) and ovaries (female reproductive organs) allows them to perform both roles in reproduction. This can be advantageous in environments where finding a mate is difficult. ...
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