Definition

The state or condition of giving birth to live young instead of laying eggs.

Example

Viviparity is common in mammals, where the young develop inside the mother's body.

Conversation

Did you know that some animals give birth to live young instead of laying eggs?

Yeah, that's called viviparity, right?

Exactly! It's pretty fascinating how different species evolve.

I agree, it really shows how diverse life can be.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Viviparity is formed from "vivus" (meaning alive) and "parere" (meaning to give birth). The term describes the biological process of giving birth to live young, as opposed to laying eggs.

Memory Tip

Think of 'alive' ('vivus') and 'giving birth' ('parere') to remember that viviparity means giving birth to live young.

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