IB Biology D3.1 Definitions
This page contains our IB Biology definitions for D3.1. By learning each one of these definitions, you will fully cover the content for IB Biology 'Reproduction'.
amniocentesis
A method of fetal cell sampling whereby a needle is inserted into the abdomen to remove amniotic fluid from the amniotic sac around the fetus
chorionic villus sampling
A method of fetal cell sampling whereby placental cells are taken with a needle
fertilization
The fusion of pollen and an ovule to form a zygote
in vitro fertilization
A novel method used to overcome fertility problems in males or females
In vitro fertilization
A novel method used to overcome fertility problems in males or females
menstrual cycle
A 4-week repeating process of egg development and release for fertilization
pollination
The supplying of pollen to other plants to facilitate fertilization
seed dispersal
The release of seeds so they can germinate and grow into more plants, often assisted by animals eating and defecating seeds or wind carrying the seeds to spread out the plants
superovulation
The process of increased follicular development
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