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Process of synthesis of yolk material is known as–

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Oogenesis
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Biogenesis
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Vitellogenesis
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Lipogenesis
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Solution

The correct option is C Vitellogenesis
Biogenesis means origin of life.
The yolk is a mixture of proteins, phospholipids, and fats that serve as food for the developing embryo. The process of yolk synthesis is called as vitellogenesis.
Lipogenesis is the metabolic process of the synthesis of lipids.
Glycogenesis is the process of the synthesis of glycogen.
Oogenesis is the process of the formation of an egg.

So, the correct answer is -vitellogenesis.

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