schizogony

[ ski-zog-uh-nee, skit-sog- ]

noun

, Biology.

1. (in the asexual reproduction of certain sporozoans) the multiple fission of a trophozoite or schizont into merozoites.

schizogony

/ skɪtˈsɒɡənɪ /

noun

1. asexual reproduction in protozoans that is characterized by multiple fission

Word History and Origins

Origin of schizogony¹

First recorded in 1885–90; schizo- + -gony

Example Sentences

When fully grown, the trophozoite (now a schizont) undergoes schizogony.

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On the one hand, schizogony may be so limited in extent as not to cause appreciable injury to the host.

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An interesting point in the schizogony is the formation of schizontocytes (see above).

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The fever produced is of an irregular type and the period of schizogony has not been definitely determined.

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The trophozoite is now large and full-grown, and has become rounded and ready for schizogony.

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