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Explain the term ‘fertilization’. Describe the process of fertilization in human beings.

The fusion of male and female gametes to form zygote is known as fertilization. The process of fertilization takes place in the fallopian tube (oviduct). As sperm enter into the vagina through the process of copulation; it moves upwards and enter into the oviduct. In the oviduct, ovum fuse with the sperm to form zygote.


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