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isogamy

[ ahy-sog-uh-mee ]
/ aɪˈsɒg ə mi /
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noun Biology.

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

Nearby words

  1. isoerythrolysis,
  2. isoflavone,
  3. isoflurane,
  4. isogamete,
  5. isogamous,
  6. isogeneic,
  7. isogeneic graft,
  8. isogeneic homograft,
  9. isogenesis,
  10. isogenous

Origin of isogamy

First recorded in 1890–95; iso- + -gamy
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Examples from the Web for isogamy

  • The gametes show every gradation from complete similarity (isogamy) to a condition like that of Cutleria.

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British Dictionary definitions for isogamy

isogamy

/ (aɪˈsɒɡəmɪ) /

noun

(in some algae and fungi) sexual fusion of gametes of similar size and formCompare heterogamy (def. 1)
Derived Formsisogamous, adjective
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Medicine definitions for isogamy

isogamy

[ ī-sŏg′ə-mē ]

n.

Conjugation between gametes of equal size and structure, or between individual cells alike in all respects.
Related formsi•sog′a•mous adj.
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Science definitions for isogamy

isogamy

[ ī-sŏg′ə-mē ]

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. Compare heterogamy.
Related formsisogamous adjective
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