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Meaning of parthenogeny
parthenogeny (n)
human conception without fertilization by a man
process in which an unfertilized egg develops into a new individual; common among insects and some other arthropods
parthenogeny (n.)
Same as Parthenogenesis.
parthenogeny Sentence Examples
- Parthenogenesis, a form of asexual reproduction, occurs when an egg develops into an embryo without fertilization.
- In some species of insects, parthenogenesis is the only form of reproduction.
- Parthenogenesis is a rare occurrence in mammals, with only a few documented cases.
- Aphids often reproduce through parthenogenesis, producing female offspring without mating.
- The parthenogenetic development of eggs led to the creation of Dolly the sheep.
- Some reptiles, such as the Komodo dragon, exhibit parthenogenesis to increase their reproductive success.
- The genetic diversity of parthenogenetic offspring is typically lower than that of sexually produced offspring.
- Parthenogenesis can be induced in some plant species through hormone treatments.
- Parthenogenetic reproduction in some species is a result of the absence or dysfunction of sperm.
- The evolutionary benefits of parthenogenesis include increased reproduction rates and a decreased reliance on mates.
FAQs About the word parthenogeny
human conception without fertilization by a man, process in which an unfertilized egg develops into a new individual; common among insects and some other arthro
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No antonyms found.
Parthenogenesis, a form of asexual reproduction, occurs when an egg develops into an embryo without fertilization.
In some species of insects, parthenogenesis is the only form of reproduction.
Parthenogenesis is a rare occurrence in mammals, with only a few documented cases.
Aphids often reproduce through parthenogenesis, producing female offspring without mating.
