Amphimixes

/ˌæmfɪˈmɪksiz/ noun

Definition

Plural of amphimixis; multiple instances or types of genetic mixing through sexual reproduction.

Etymology

Plural form of 'amphimixis,' from Ancient Greek 'amphi-' (both) + 'mixis' (mixing). The '-es' ending forms the plural in scientific nomenclature.

Kelly Says

Different species do genetic mixing differently—some amphimixes happen once per year, some happen continuously, creating different patterns of genetic diversity.

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