gender & sexuality

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sex

biological classification of people as male/female based on genitalia, gonads, & chromosome patterns

gender

set of culturally constructed roles, behaviors, & identities associated with being male, female, or other

gender roles

socially expected behaviors & tasks considered appropriate for individuals based on perceived sex

gender stratification

unequal distribution of power, resources, rights, & privileges based on gender

gender stereotypes

oversimplified, widely held ideas about characteristics & behaviors of men & women

gender ideology

set of cultural beliefs used to justify & maintain gender stratification often presenting gender roles as “natural”

sexual dimorphism

biological differences beyond genitals between males & females, such as average height, body hair, muscle mass, & voice pitch

intersex

individuals born with reproductive anatomy, chromosomes, or hormonal patterns that do not fit typical definitions of male/female

transgender

people whose gender identity/expression differs from the sex they were assigned; may or may not seek physical transition

sexuality

complex range of desires, beliefs, & behaviors related o erotic physical con