Basic Processes involved in Sexual Reproduction

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Sexual reproduction basically involves 2 steps for maintaining a constant chromosome number in every generation.

Gamteogenesis

It involves the formation of haploid gametes from diploid cells by the process of meiosis in the gonads.

Fertilisation

It involves the fusion of the 2 gametes which are haploid to form a diploid zygote which undergoes further mitotic divisions.


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