HETEROFERTILIZATION Meaning and
Definition
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Heterofertilization refers to the process of fertilization that occurs between individuals of different species. It is a reproductive phenomenon where the male gamete (sperm) from one species successfully fertilizes the female gamete (egg) of a different species, resulting in a hybrid offspring. This phenomenon is commonly observed in plants, animals, and some organisms.
In plants, heterofertilization occurs when pollen grains from one species are transferred to the stigma of a flower of a different species. If the pollen tube successfully reaches the ovule, fertilization can take place, leading to the production of hybrid seeds. This process can be natural or facilitated by human intervention, such as cross-breeding or genetic engineering.
In animals, heterofertilization can occur when the sperm of one species successfully fertilizes the egg of a different species. This can happen naturally, but it is also artificially induced in laboratories for scientific research or in breeding programs to create hybrids with desired characteristics. Examples of heterofertilization in animals include the creation of hybrid dogs or mules (a horse-donkey cross).
Heterofertilization plays a significant role in evolutionary biology as it leads to the development of new genetic combinations and potentially novel traits. However, successful heterofertilization is not common due to differences in genetic compatibility and reproductive barriers between species.
Common Misspellings for HETEROFERTILIZATION
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- hererofertilization
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- hetwrofertilization
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