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anisogamous

/ˌæn.aɪˈsɒɡ.ə.məs/

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adjective

/ˌæn.aɪˈsɒɡ.ə.məs/C2formalscientific
  • ruОтносящийся к слиянию гамет разного размера, характерному для некоторых водорослей и грибов.

Relating to or characterized by the fusion of gametes of different sizes, typically in certain algae and fungi.

  1. Relating to dissimilar gametesC2formalscientific

    Describing a type of sexual reproduction where the gametes (reproductive cells) are different in size, shape, or structure.

    ruОтносящийся к разным гаметам

    • Many algae and fungi exhibit anisogamous reproduction.
    • The anisogamous nature of the species was confirmed under the microscope.
    • Anisogamous systems are considered an evolutionary step between isogamy and oogamy.
Forms
  • more anisogamous comparative form
  • most anisogamous superlative form