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Zygote

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Science› Biotechnology and Genetics

Stem Cell

The cell that results from the union of sperm and egg during fertilization. Cell division begins after the zygote forms.

ISSCR — Glossary of Stem Cell-Related Terms

The diploid cell that results from the fertilization of an egg cell by a sperm cell.

The President's Council on Bioethics — The President's Council on Bioethics Glossary

A cell formed by the union of male and female germ cells (sperm and egg, respectively).

DHHS — Stem Cells: Scientific Progress and Future Research Directions

Science› Biotechnology and Genetics

Food Biotechnology

The diploid cell formed by the fusion of two haploid gamete s during fertilization in eukaryotic organisms with sexual reproduction.

UN Food and Agriculture Organization — Glossary of Biotechnology for Food and Agriculture

A fertilized oocyte.

USDA CSREES — Glossary of Biotechnology Terms