Glossary G

Golem effect it is when negative expectations of an individual cause a decrease in that individual’s performance.

- Golgi tendon organs (GTO) : Golgi tendon organ (GTOs) refer to a tension receptor located in series with skeletal muscle. It is a receptor that responds to the contraction of a muscle

Gomphosis is defined as a type of immovable articulation, as of a tooth inserted into its bony socket.

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Gonadal sex is defined as sex as indicated by the presence of ovaries (female) or testes (male).

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Gonadotropins refer to hormonal substances that stimulate the functions of the testes and ovaries.

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Gonads refer to the primary endocrine glands in men (testes) and women (ovaries) that influence sexuality

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Goniometer is defined as the instrument used to measure joint angles or compare the changes in joint angles.

Gonococcus bacterium is defined as the bacterium that causes Gonorrhea (Neisseria gonorrhoeae). Please see Gonorrhea

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