Zygote

usgb/ˈzaɪɡəʊt/
noun

The cell created in the first stage of development when a sperm cell successfully fertilizes an egg cell.

When the egg and sperm cell unite, a new zygote is formed, which is the beginning of a new organism.
Visual representation of "zygote" - The cell created in the first stage of development when a sperm cell successfully fertilizes an egg cell.

Often appears as...

  • fertilized zygote
  • human zygote

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Technical

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Scientific Term

Zygote is a technical term used in biology, not in everyday conversation.

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During reproduction lectures, the formation of a zygote is a key topic of discussion.
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Developmental Beginning

Zygote represents the start of development for animals and humans, important for understanding life cycles.

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The scientist explained that the zygote marks the beginning of the embryo's growth.
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Initial Stage

Use zygote to describe only the very first cell after egg and sperm unite, before it starts dividing.

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The zygote undergoes several divisions before it becomes an embryo.
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