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allogamy

nounfemininetechnicalrare/ɐluˈɡɐmjɐ/a·lo·ga·mi·a

Definition

Cross-fertilization; reproduction involving the fusion of gametes from different individuals.

“Allogamy is a key mechanism for genetic diversity in flowering plants.”

“The flower structure promotes allogamy by preventing self-pollination.”

obligate allogamymechanism of allogamy