The Process Which Prevents a Zygote from Forming is Known

Question

The process which prevents a zygote from forming is known by what term?
A)postzygotic isolation mechanisms
B)zygote mortality
C)prezygotic isolation mechanisms
D)hybrid sterility
E)zygote apoptosis

Accepted Answer

Prezygotic (before the formation of a zygote)isolating mechanisms are those that prevent reproductive attempts and make it unlikely that fertilization will be successful if mating is attempted.