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isogamete

n. (context biology English) Either of a pair of conjugating gametes that are of the same size and structure

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isogamete

n. either of a pair of conjugating gametes of the same size and structure

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New individuals are formed by the fusion of two isogametes, each produced by meiotic division.

In some respects a big isogamete would have an advantage over an average-sized one, because it would get its embryo off to a good start by giving it a large initial food supply.

The evolution of isogametes that were larger than was strictly necessary would have opened the door to selfish exploitation.