Anisogametic

/ˌænɪsoʊɡəˈmɛtɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or characterized by anisogametes, or describing an organism that produces unequal sex cells.

Etymology

From anisogamete + '-ic' suffix, meaning 'of or relating to.' The adjective form allows description of organisms and their reproductive strategies.

Kelly Says

Almost all animals you've ever seen—you included—are anisogametic, which is why egg cells are visible to the naked eye but sperm cells need a microscope to see!

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