The special reproductive structures known as sperm and egg are correctly referred to as

The correct answer is - gametes or sex cells.

Explanation:

Gametes are the sec cells that are produced by the gonad or reproductive gland or organs. Female gametes are called egg cells where as male gametes are known as sperm.

These gametes fuse to produce offspring of an individual. The process of fusing sex cells or gametes called fertlization.

Thus, the correct answer is - gametes or sex cells.

question: which statement best describes the different properties of metals?

answer: they are shiny and bend without breaking.

since metals have certain characteristics properties, they include the following: they are ductile, malleable, shiny, hard, lustrous, flexible and they are good conductor of heat and electricity. so therefore, metals are not dull and they are not non-flexible as listed. instead, they are shiny and flexible.

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