Clitoris

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-002121",
  "term": "Clitoris",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A highly sensitive erectile organ in female mammals, homologous to the penis in males, located at the anterior junction of the labia minora. It is primarily composed of erectile tissue and nerve endings, playing a central role in sexual arousal and pleasure. The clitoris develops from the genital tubercle during embryonic development.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2016, 88, 713. 'Glossary of terms used in developmental and reproductive toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2016)' on page 737 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-1202)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/clitoris/"
}