syngamy

(noun)

the fusion of two gametes to form a zygote

Related Terms

  • gametangium
  • sporophyte
  • gametophyte
  • sporopollenin

Examples of syngamy in the following topics:

  • Sporophytes and Gametophytes in Seedless Plants

    • The sporophyte of seedless plants is diploid and results from syngamy (fusion) of two gametes.
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