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ontogenetic

 

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Adjective ontogenetic has 1 sense
  1. ontogenetic - of or relating to the origin and development of individual organisms; "ontogenetic development"

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Term: Ontogenetic

Description:

Ontogenetic refers to the process of development and growth of an individual organism from its inception as a fertilized egg to its mature form. It focuses on the changes that occur during the lifespan of an organism.

Sample Sentences:

1. Noun: During the ontogenetic stage, the tadpole undergoes metamorphosis and transforms into a fully developed frog.

2. Adjective: The study aims to understand the ontogenetic changes in behavior exhibited by newborns during their first year of life.

3. Adverb: The researchers examined how the gene expression varied ontogenetically, observing significant differences in different age groups.

4. Verb: It is fascinating to witness how these birds ontogenetically acquire their unique songs through vocal practice and imitation.

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