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isogamy
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Princeton's WordNet
isogamynoun
(biology) reproduction by the union or fusion of gametes of the same size and structure
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isogamynoun
A form of sexual reproduction involving gametes of similar morphology.
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Isogamy
Isogamy is a form of sexual reproduction that involves gametes of the same morphology (indistinguishable in shape and size), found in most unicellular eukaryotes. Because both gametes look alike, they generally cannot be classified as male or female. Instead, organisms undergoing isogamy are said to have different mating types, most commonly noted as "+" and "−" strains.
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isogamy
Isogamy refers to a type of sexual reproduction in which the gametes are of similar size and morphology, meaning they are practically indistinguishable. The two gametes fuse to form a zygote. This is common in many unicellular organisms such as algae and fungi.
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Isogamy
Isogamy is a form of sexual reproduction that involves gametes of similar morphology, differing only in allele expression in one or more mating-type regions. Because both gametes look alike, they cannot be classified as "male" or "female." Instead, organisms undergoing isogamy are said to have different mating types, most commonly noted as "+" and "-" strains, although in some species there are more than two mating types. Fertilization occurs when gametes of two different mating types fuse to form a zygote.
Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
Isogamy
ī-sog′a-mi, n. (bot.) the conjugation of two protoplasmic masses not clearly differentiated into a male and female element.—adj. Isog′amous. [Gr. isos, equal, gamos, marriage.]
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of isogamy in Chaldean Numerology is: 2
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of isogamy in Pythagorean Numerology is: 8
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