Androgeny (Noun)
Meaning
Male parthenogenesis in which the embryo contains only paternal chromosomes due to the failure of the egg nucleus to participate in fertilization.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- Male parthenogenesis resulting in androgeny has been observed in certain species of fish and reptiles.
- The phenomenon of androgeny allows for the creation of offspring that are genetically identical to the father.
- Androgeny is a rare reproductive process in which the egg cell does not contribute any genetic material to the developing embryo.
- In some cases of androgeny, the resulting offspring may exhibit abnormal development or reduced viability.
- The study of androgeny has provided valuable insights into the mechanisms of parthenogenesis and the role of genetic material in embryonic development.