zoogamous

Meanings

• adjective

  Relating to the sexual union and fertilization of organisms, especially between two different species.

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Variants

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oogamies , oogamous , oogamy

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Etymology

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From Greek zoo- 'animal' + gamos 'marriage' or 'union'.

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Trivia

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1. Zoogamy is not limited to animals, but can also occur in plants.

2. Zoogamy is an important concept in the field of biology and is used to study the reproductive behaviors and patterns of various species.

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Related Concepts

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1. Gamete: A reproductive cell, such as a sperm or egg, that takes part in the process of fertilization.

2. Cross-fertilization: The process of fertilization occurring between two different species.

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Culture

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Zoogamy is a term used in biology and refers to the sexual union and fertilization of organisms, especially between two different species. It is often used in the context of cross-species breeding or hybridization.

How to Memorize "zoogamous"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine two different animal species coming together and exchanging genetic material through mating, resulting in offspring with unique characteristics.

2. associate
   

   - Think of the term 'zoogamy' as a combination of 'zoo' (animal) and 'gamy' (marriage or union').

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the word 'zoogamy' by associating it with the idea of 'animal marriage' or 'animal union'.

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