APOGAMETIC Meaning and
Definition
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Apogametic is an adjective referring to a form of reproduction in plants that does not involve the normal process of fertilization and the formation of seeds, commonly known as apomixis. Apomixis is the production of offspring without the fusion of gametes, resulting in progeny that are genetically identical to the parent plant.
In apogametic reproduction, the embryo develops from a non-ovule cell, or from a cell within the ovule that is not the egg cell. This process enables certain plant species to bypass the usual steps of sexual reproduction, such as pollination, meiosis, and fertilization, and directly produce offspring that are exact copies of themselves.
Apogametic species often exhibit high levels of genetic uniformity, as the genetic material is passed down without genetic recombination. This can be advantageous in certain environments, as it maintains favorable traits and allows for rapid colonization or survival under specific conditions.
The term "apogametic" is derived from the Greek words "apo," meaning "away from," and "gamete," referring to the reproductive cell. It is primarily used within the field of botany to describe the reproductive processes and mechanisms employed by specific plant species. Understanding apogametic reproduction in plants is of great interest to scientists studying plant evolution, genetics, and the potential for plant breeding and hybridization techniques.
Common Misspellings for APOGAMETIC
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Etymology of APOGAMETIC
The word "apogametic" comes from two roots: "apo-" and "gamic".
1. "Apo-" is a prefix derived from the Greek word "apo" meaning "away from" or "separation". It is commonly used in scientific terminology to denote something that is separate or distant from a certain point.
2. "Gamic" is derived from the Greek word "gamikos", which relates to marriage or sexual reproduction. It is often used to describe processes or characteristics related to sexual reproduction, as opposed to asexual reproduction.
By combining these roots, we get "apogametic", which refers to a type of reproduction in plants that is not dependent on gametes (sex cells), or the fusion of male and female reproductive cells. Apogamy is the process of producing new plants without the involvement of sexual reproduction.
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