zygosis

/zaɪˈɡoʊsɪs/
noun
  1. The process of fusion of two cells or gametes to form a zygote.
    • Zygosis is a key step in sexual reproduction for many organisms.
    • The scientist studied zygosis in algae under the microscope.
    • In biology class, we learned about zygosis during fertilization.
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