Define the following terms Gametogenesis Spermatogenesis Oogenesis Ovulation Fertilisation Implantation Embryogenesis Perturition Pregnancy

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Define the following terms Gametogenesis Spermatogenesis Oogenesis Ovulation Fertilisation Implantation Embryogenesis Perturition Pregnancy

Asked by sajal2402 | 19 Dec, 2018, 08:33: PM

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Gametogenesis: Gametogenesis is a process by which diploid cells undergo cell division and differentiation to form mature haploid gametes.
Spermatogenesis: Spermatogenesis is the process by which haploid spermatozoa develop from germ cells in the seminiferous tubules of the testis.
Oogenesis: Oogenesis is the process by which haploid ova or eggs develop from the primary oocyte in the ovaries.
Ovulation: Ovulation is when a mature egg is released from the ovary.
Fertilization: Fertilisation is the fusion of sperm and egg to form a new organism of the same species.
Implantation: Implantation is the stage of pregnancy at which the embryo adheres to the wall of the uterus.
Embryogenesis: Embryogenesis refers to the development and formation of the human embryo through the process of cell division and cellular differentiation.
Parturition: Parturition is the process of delivering the baby and placenta from the uterus to the vagina to the outside world.
Pregnancy: Pregnancy is the time during which one or more offspring develops inside a woman.

Answered by Sheetal Kolte | 20 Dec, 2018, 12:13: PM