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macrogamete

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macrogamete (plural macrogametes)

(cytology) The larger of a pair of conjugating gametes; often the female.
Synonym: megagamete
Antonym: microgamete

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Some trophozoites enlarge and become macrogamete, whereas others divide repeatedly to form microgametes (anisogamy). Source: Internet

The fertilized macrogamete forms a zygote that in its turn forms an oocyst that is normally released from the body. Source: Internet

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