heterogenesis

Definitions of heterogenesis
  1. noun
    the alternation of two or more different forms in the life cycle of a plant or animal
    synonyms: alternation of generations, xenogenesis
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    types:
    digenesis, metagenesis
    alternation of sexual and asexual generations
    type of:
    organic phenomenon
    (biology) a natural phenomenon involving living plants and animals
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