isogamous
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i·sog·a·my
(ī-sŏg′ə-mē)n.
Reproduction by the fusion or conjugation of isogametes, as in certain algae and fungi.
i·sog′a·mous adj.
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i•sog•a•mous
(aɪˈsɒg ə məs)adj.
having or reproducing by two morphologically indistinguishable gametes (opposed to heterogamous).
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