The production or origin of something from external sources; the quality or state of being exogenous.
From Greek 'exo-' meaning 'outside' combined with '-geny' meaning 'origin' or 'production.' The term describes the quality of having an external origin.
Understanding the exogeny of invasive species—where they come from and how they arrived—is crucial for protecting ecosystems from ecological disasters!
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