Genetic Mechanisms Glossary

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noun a type of reproduction in which an egg develops into a new individual without being fertilized by sperm

  • Parthenogenesis is a form of asexual reproduction in which an unfertilized egg develops into a new individual.
  • Did you know some animals can reproduce through parthenogenesis without needing a mate?
  • It's like nature's way of saying 'I don't need nobody' with parthenogenesis.
  • The company's success seemed to be the result of a parthenogenesis of innovative ideas within the team.