Nematode Sinusoidal Movement

Nematode ReproductionUnder normal conditions, most amphimicticpopulations maintain a 1:1 sex ratio.Stress in environment can alter the sex ratio.Usually the response is to inadequate nutrition.Developing population = predominantly male.Differential survival, more female mortality.High temperatures, increased CO 2 andaccumulation of certain chemicals may alsoincrease the ratio of males to females.