heterogamete

[US]/ˌhɛtəˈrɒɡəmiːt/
[UK]/ˌhɛtəˈrɑːɡəmiːt/

Translation

n.a type of gamete that is different in form or size from another gamete

Phrases & Collocations

heterogamete organism

heterogamete formation

heterogamete types

heterogamete fusion

heterogamete species

heterogamete reproduction

heterogamete gametes

heterogamete characteristics

heterogamete behavior

heterogamete analysis

Example Sentences

in many species, the male is the heterogamete.

the heterogamete contributes to genetic diversity.

understanding the role of the heterogamete is crucial in genetics.

in some organisms, the heterogamete is larger than the homogamete.

heterogametes can lead to different mating strategies.

research on heterogametes helps us understand reproduction.

the study of heterogametes is essential in evolutionary biology.

some plants produce heterogametes for successful fertilization.

heterogametes are key to understanding sexual reproduction.

the concept of heterogamete is important in animal breeding.

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