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heterogenesis

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heterogenesis [ˌhɛtərəʊˈdʒɛnɪsɪs]
n
(Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Biology) another name for alternation of generations, abiogenesis
heterogenetic  [ˌhɛtərəʊdʒɪˈnɛtɪk], heterogenic adj
heterogenetically  adv
heterogenesis
1. reproduction by a sexual and asexual process alternately. Cf. heterogamy.
2. reproduction in which the parent bears offspring different from itself. Cf. xenogenesis. — heterogenetic, adj.
3. abiogenesis.
See also: Biology
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Noun1.heterogenesis - the alternation of two or more different forms in the life cycle of a plant or animal
alternation of generations, xenogenesis
organic phenomenon - (biology) a natural phenomenon involving living plants and animals
digenesis, metagenesis - alternation of sexual and asexual generations


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My view is that contemporary culture and visual-art practices on their more fruitful side should be seen as productions of difference--as heterogenesis.
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