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Fusion of Gametes

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The fusion of two gametes dissimilar in size is called

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isogamy

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anisogamy

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zoogamy

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oogamy

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Solution

The correct option is B anisogamy
Anisogamy is the fusion of two gametes that are dissimilar in size. Isogamy is the fusion of gametes that are similar in size. Oogamy is the fusion of a large non-motile gamete with a small motile gamete. All these are types of syngamy(fertilization). Zoogamy is the sexual reproduction of animals.

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