gametogeny

/ˌɡæmiːtəˈdʒɛni/

Definitions

1. noun

The production of gametes, especially in plants, or the process by which an organism produces gametes.

“The study of gametogeny in ferns has led to a greater understanding of their reproductive mechanisms.”

Synonyms

  • gametogenesis
  • sporogenesis

Antonyms

  • infertility
  • sterility