syngamy

(sĭng'gə-mē)
n.
The fusion of two gametes in fertilization.

syngamic syn·gam'ic (sĭn-găm'ĭk) or syn'ga·mous (sĭng'gə-məs) adj.

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(sĭng'gə-mē)
n.

The fusion of two gametes in fertilization.

syn·gam'ic (sĭn-găm'ĭk) or syn'ga·mous (sĭng'gə-məs) adj.

the union of the nuclei of two gametes to form the single nucleus of the zygote during fertilization; sexual reproduction.
—syngamic or syngamous adj.

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A method of reproduction in which two individuals (gametes) unite permanently and their nuclei fuse; sexual reproduction. A common form of reproduction in protozoa.

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• Reproduction and Development - syngamy: point in fertilization at which nuclei of sex cells meet and fuse

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