Fertilization

We will study the underlying molecular occurrences of fertilization.

We will study the chemistry behind fertilization.

In ways that scientists still do not fully understand, mature corals release their gametes all at the same time. This synchrony is crucial, because the gametes of most coral species are viable for only a few hours. The “blizzard” makes it more likely that fertilization will occur.

For women who are unable to conceive naturally, in vitro fertilization gives them a chance to have a child.

A Darwinist's reaction when reading about the human fertilization process in a molecular biology textbook: – How powerful natural selection is! The mind of the author of this book evolved from a primate's mind!

The pollen tube grows down the style to reach the ovary during fertilization.

In plants, the ability to recognize self from nonself plays an important role in fertilization, because self-fertilization will result in less diverse offspring than fertilization with pollen from another individual.