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Fertilization
the union of two gametes, egg and sperm, to form a zygote. The zygote undergoes cell division and growth to eventually produce a new individual with characteristics from both parents.

Fingerling
a small, immature fish

Freshwater
the water of most rivers, streams, lakes and ponds, containing little or no salts

Fry
very young fish; newly hatched fish

Fusiform
streamline shape; shape of least resistance in the water

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