What does autogamy mean?
noun
Autogamy is the fusion of two nuclei of the same cell, or the fusion of two nuclei of different cells that are genetically identical, resulting in the formation of a zygote. It is a type of self-fertilization.
Example
"The plant's ability to undergo autogamy allowed it to reproduce without the need for cross-pollination."
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