Pronunciation: /hoˈmɑlədʒi/
noun a similarity in structure between parts of different organisms, indicating a common evolutionary origin
A1 Homology is the similarity between organisms due to shared ancestry.
A2 Scientists study homology to understand evolutionary relationships between species.
B1 Homology can be used to trace the development of certain traits across different species.
B2 Comparative anatomy is often used to identify homologous structures in different organisms.
C1 Homology provides valuable insights into the genetic relationships between species.
C2 Phylogenetic analysis relies on homology to construct evolutionary trees and classify organisms.
formal The concept of homology in biology refers to the similarity in structure between different organisms due to shared ancestry.
informal Homology basically means that different organisms have similar body parts because they come from the same family tree.
slang Homology is like when two species have the same stuff because they're related.
figurative Homology is like finding out you have the same nose as your great-great-grandparent.
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