How Do You Spell OVOGENESIS?

Pronunciation: [ˌə͡ʊvə͡ʊd͡ʒˈɛnɪsˌɪs] (IPA)

Ovogenesis refers to the process of female gamete formation, also known as oogenesis. The word derives from the Greek roots "oo-" meaning egg, and "-genesis" meaning creation. The correct pronunciation is /ˌoʊvoʊˈdʒɛnɪsɪs/ or OH-voh-JEH-nuh-sis. The first syllable is pronounced with a long "o" sound, followed by a short "v" sound. The stress falls on the second syllable, which is pronounced with a short "e" sound, followed by a soft "g" and an "ih" sound, and ending with "sis."

OVOGENESIS Meaning and Definition

1. Ovogenesis is the process of female gametogenesis or the production and development of eggs, also known as ova, within the ovaries of the female reproductive system in animals. It encompasses the different stages of egg formation, starting from the initial stage of germ cell proliferation and differentiation to the maturation and release of the mature egg.

   During ovogenesis, primordial germ cells in the developing embryo undergo mitotic divisions to increase their population. These cells then differentiate into oogonia, which further divide and undergo a process called meiosis to reduce the number of chromosomes in the cell by half. This results in the formation of primary oocytes, each containing half of the original genetic material.

   The primary oocytes are then enclosed within follicles within the ovary. Later in life, usually during puberty, these oocytes are periodically activated and undergo maturation. One primary oocyte at a time is selected for maturation, while the rest degenerate and are reabsorbed by the body. The selected primary oocyte undergoes meiosis again, resulting in the formation of a secondary oocyte and a polar body. The secondary oocyte is then released from the ovary, a process known as ovulation, and is ready for potential fertilization by a sperm.

   Overall, ovogenesis is a complex and tightly regulated process that ensures the production and development of viable eggs in female animals, contributing to their reproductive capabilities.

2. Ovigenesis, oogenesis.

   A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

Common Misspellings for OVOGENESIS

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• ivogenesis
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Etymology of OVOGENESIS

The word "ovogenesis" is derived from two roots: "ovo-" and "-genesis".

The root "ovo-" originates from the Latin word "ovum", meaning "egg". It refers to the process of egg cell (ovum) development.

The suffix "-genesis" comes from the Greek word "genesis", meaning "origin" or "creation". It denotes the concept of formation, production, or the origin of something.

So, when combined, "ovogenesis" refers to the process of the formation or development of egg cells.

Plural form of OVOGENESIS is OVOGENESES