Question

What occurs first plasmogamy or karyogamy?

Answer 1

Plasmogamy:

1. Fusion of protoplasm between two non-motile or motile gametes is plasmogamy.
2. In simple terms, it is the fusion of two hyphal protoplasts.

Karyogamy:

1. It is the fusion of cell nuclei in the process of fertilization.
2. Karyogamy is an important step in bringing together two sets of different genetic materials, that can recombine during meiosis.
3. Plasmogamy occurs first, then it is followed by karyogamy.