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GO: Biological Process

mating plug formation

Term ID
GO:0042628
Synonyms
  • copulatory plug biosynthesis
  • copulatory plug deposition
  • copulatory plug formation
  • mating plug deposition
Definition
The deposition of a plug of sperm or other gelatinous material into the opening of the vulva by a male at the termination of copulation. Probably acts to prevent subsequent matings by other males. 11267893
References
Ontology
GO: Biological Process    QuickGO    AmiGO
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