Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fissiparous
Adjective
/fɪˈsɪp.ər.əs/
Definition
Fissiparous refers to a mode of reproduction where an organism splits into two or more parts, each of which develops into a new individual.
Examples
- Some species of starfish are fissiparous, regenerating their limbs and forming new individuals.
- The fissiparous nature of certain bacteria allows them to multiply quickly in favorable conditions.
Meaning
The term is often used in biology to describe organisms that reproduce asexually by dividing.
Synonyms
- Asexual
- Divisive
- Splitting
