What does metagenesis mean?
Metagenesis is a term used in biology to describe the phenomenon of an organism's life cycle involving two or more distinct generations, often with different forms or environments. This process can occur in certain species of plants and animals.
Example
"The unique life cycle of the aphid, involving a winged and wingless generation, is an example of metagenesis."
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