Fertilization

Fertilization is the process in which a sperm cell from a male merges with an egg cell from a female to form a new cell called a zygote. This typically occurs in the female reproductive system after sexual intercourse. The zygote contains genetic material from both parents and begins to divide and develop into an embryo. This process is essential for sexual reproduction in many organisms, leading to the creation of new life. Fertilization is a critical step in the life cycle, enabling the continuation of species through the combination of genetic traits.