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isogamy

[ahy-sog-uh-mee]
noun Biology.
  1. the fusion of two gametes of similar form, as in certain algae.
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Origin of isogamy

First recorded in 1890–95; iso- + -gamy
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Historical Examples of 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

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

isogamy

(ī-sŏg′ə-mē)
n.
  1. Conjugation between gametes of equal size and structure, or between individual cells alike in all respects.
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Related formsi•sog′a•mous adj.
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isogamy in Science

isogamy

[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. Compare heterogamy.
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Related formsisogamous adjective
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