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Scenario in Some Zoos, Rare Crosses Between a Male Lion and and a Female

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In some zoos, rare crosses between a male lion and a female tiger have produced hybrid offspring called "ligers." Male ligers are sterile but some female ligers are fertile. In the wild, lion and tiger ranges do not naturally overlap, making such a cross unlikely. Furthermore, the solitary behavior of tigers and the social organizations of lions create behavioral differences.
-The production of sterile male ligers is an example of ________.


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Dendrites

Extensions of neurons that receive signals from other neurons or sensory inputs.

Compound Eye

An eye, such as that of an insect, consisting of many light-sensitive units called ommatidia.

Vertebrate Eye

The complex visual organ in vertebrates that allows vision and is typically adapted to the environmental light conditions of the organism.

Light Intensity

The measure of the wavelength-weighted power emitted by a light source, indicating the visual brightness perceived by the human eye.

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