The anatomical structures that differentiate males from females are the
A) primary gender structures.
B) gonads.
C) primary sex characteristics.
D) secondary sex characteristics.

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The primary sex characteristics in humans are the reproductive organs that differentiate males from females. These include the penis and testes in males and the vagina, uterus, and ovaries in females. This distinguishes the sexes on the basis of reproductive function. Therefore, option C is the correct answer. Option A and B are incorrect because primary gender structures or gonads are not anatomical structures, but rather broad terms used to describe gender or specific reproductive organs, respectively. Option D refers to physical characteristics that develop during puberty and are a result of hormones produced by the gonads. While secondary sex characteristics can help differentiate males from females, they are not the primary anatomical structures used to do so.

The Anatomical Structures That Differentiate Males from Females Are the