isogamy

American  

[ahy-sog-uh-mee] / aɪˈsɒg ə mi /

noun

Biology.

1. the fusion of two gametes of similar form, as in certain algae.

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isogamy British  

/ aɪˈsɒɡəmɪ /

noun

1. (in some algae and fungi) sexual fusion of gametes of similar size and form Compare heterogamy

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isogamy Scientific  

/ ī-sŏg′ə-mē /

1. A reproductive system characterized by the fusion of gametes (called isogametes) that are not distinguished in size or structure. Isogamy is found in some algae and other protist groups.

2. Compare heterogamy

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Other Word Forms

• isogamous adjective

Etymology

Origin of isogamy

First recorded in 1890–95; iso- + -gamy

Example Sentences

Lastly, in Lankesteria, Gregarina, Clepsydrina, Diplocystis and Diplodina complete isogamy is found, there being no apparent difference whatever between the conjugating elements.

From Project Gutenberg

Nevertheless, these forms are also to be regarded as instances of binary sexuality and not merely of exogamy; for it is practically certain that this condition of isogamy is derived from one of typical anisogamy, through a stage such as is seen in Gonospora, &c.

From Project Gutenberg