Definition

A process of reproduction in certain organisms where a spore or zygote divides multiple times to produce new spores, often seen in sporozoans.

Example

The life cycle of the parasite includes sporogony, leading to the formation of sporozoites.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of sporogony?

No, what's that about?

It's a process of reproduction in some organisms, like sporozoans.

That sounds interesting! I didn't know about that kind of reproduction.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sporogony → It is formed from "spora" (from Greek 'σπορά', meaning seed or spore) and "gonia" (from Greek 'γωνία', meaning generation or origin). The word refers to the process of spore formation or generation.

Memory Tip

Think of 'spora' meaning seed and 'gonia' meaning generation — this helps you remember that sporogony is the generation of spores.

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