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heterogenesis

DEFINITIONS OF: heterogenesis

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n the alternation of two or more different forms in the life cycle of a plant or animal

Synonyms:
alternation of generations, xenogenesis
Types:
digenesis, metagenesis
alternation of sexual and asexual generations
Type of:
organic phenomenon
(biology) a natural phenomenon involving living plants and animals
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