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Agustín Fuentes, "Sex Is a Spectrum: The Biological Limits of the Binary" (Princeton UP, 2025)

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Beyond Binary: Understanding Sex as a Spectrum

This chapter examines the limitations of binary classifications of sex, advocating for a spectrum approach that reflects human biological diversity. It highlights the complexities of sex, gender, and sexual identity by comparing them to overlapping wavelengths of color or sound. The discussion emphasizes the need for a compassionate, nuanced understanding of sex to better support individuals who do not fit traditional definitions.

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