Question

Briefly explain in vitro - fertilization.​

Answer 1

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In vitro fertilization (IVF) is a complex series of procedures used to help with fertility or prevent genetic problems and assist with the conception of a child. During IVF , mature eggs are collected (retrieved) from ovaries and fertilized by sperm in a lab.

Answer 2

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The process of combining the male gamete, or sperm, with the female gamete, or ovum. The product of fertilization is a cell called a zygote.

Fertilization in Animals

The process of fusion of sperm with egg (ovum) to produce zygote is called fertilization. ... Animals also produce gametes for fusion. But the fusion of gametes may take place inside or outside the body. Based on this, fertilization is of two types – internal and external fertilization.