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gametogenesis

/ˌɡæmiːtəʊˌdʒɛnɪˈsɪs/ noun · British & US
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What does gametogenesis mean?

noun

The process by which gametes (sperm or egg cells) are produced in the reproductive organs of an organism.

Example

"The process of gametogenesis is crucial for the reproduction of many species, including humans."

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