Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gamic
Adjective
ˈɡæ.mɪk
Definition
Relating to or characterized by sexual reproduction in organisms.
Examples
The gamic life cycle of many plants includes both sexual and asexual stages.
In some species, a gamic form of reproduction is crucial for genetic diversity.
Research on gamic reproduction helps us understand evolutionary biology.
Meaning
The term ‘gamic’ is used in biology to describe processes that involve the fusion of gametes, which are reproductive cells. This is typically seen in multicellular organisms that reproduce sexually.
Synonyms
- Sexual
- Reproductive
- Gametic
