sporogony
/ˌspɔrəˈɡɑni/
noun
- The process of forming and releasing spores, especially in certain parasites and fungi.
- Sporogony is a key stage in the life cycle of the malaria parasite.
- The biologist explained how sporogony helps fungi spread to new areas.
- During sporogony, the parent cell divides to produce many spores.
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