Fatty Folds of Skin That Encircle and Partially Conceal the Labia

question 173

Multiple Choice

Fatty folds of skin that encircle and partially conceal the labia minora and vestibule are the

• A) fornices.
• B) ampullae.
• C) labia majora.
• D) mons pubis.
• E) vestibular arches.

---

Definitions:

Good Genes

A theory in sexual selection suggesting that individuals with certain desirable genetic qualities are more attractive to potential mates, contributing to better offspring survival.

Sensory Bias

A phenomenon in which preferences that evolve in one context, such as foraging, incidentally shape mate preferences, influencing sexual selection.

Elephant Seals

Large marine mammals with a distinctive nose resembling an elephant's trunk, known for their deep-diving ability and sexual dimorphism.

Polygyny

A mating system in which a male mates with multiple females in the same breeding season.