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A diploid cell that undergoes meiosis to form four spermatids. A primary spermatocyte divides into two secondary spermatocytes, which in turn divide to form the spermatids.

spermatocyte [ˈspɜːmətəʊˌsaɪt]

1. (Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Zoology) Zoology an immature male germ cell, developed from a spermatogonium, that gives rise, by meiosis, to four spermatids

2. (Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Botany) Botany a male germ cell that develops into an antherozoid

spermatocyte (sp

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A diploid cell that undergoes meiosis to form four spermatids, cells which then develop into sperm. See more at spermatogenesis.

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spermatocyte - a male gametocyte that develops into four spermatids

gametocyte - an immature animal or plant cell that develops into a gamete by meiosis

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spermatocyte (redirected from primary spermatocyte)

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