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ontogenesis

Ontogenesis (noun) means the generation and development of an individual organism from fertilization to adulthood.

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The generation and development of an individual organism from fertilization to adulthood.
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Etymology

From onto- + -genesis.

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"ontogenesis" (noun) means the generation and development of an individual organism from fertilization to adulthood.

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