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A species that is sterile is incapable of producing viable offspring, either due to genetic or physiological factors. This often occurs when individuals within the species are unable to successfully reproduce, resulting in the end of their genetic line.

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What would happen if all individuals in a species were sterile not able to have babies?

If all individuals in a species were sterile the species would become extinct


Why is the reason that a Mule and Liger are sterile?

Yes, a Tigon or Liger is Sterile, Just like a Mule. Most Cross-species are sterile.


What does sterile hybrid mean?

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Then it would be the end for that species in one generation.


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What does it mean when food is sterile?

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What does it mean if a guy is sterile?

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What do you mean by the word sterile?

To be sterile means to be unable to conceive children. It also means to be germ free.


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Yes, when two different species mate, they can produce a hybrid offspring that may be sterile. This can happen because the parents may have different numbers of chromosomes which can lead to infertility in the hybrid offspring. An example is a mule, which is a hybrid offspring of a horse and a donkey, and is usually sterile.


Does being sterile mean that you cant get it up?

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