Meaning of the word homologous in English
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homologous
US /hoʊˈmɑː.lə.ɡəs/
UK /həˈmɒl.ə.ɡəs/
Adjective
having the same relation, relative position, or structure, especially in biology or chemistry
Example:
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The wings of a bird and the arms of a human are homologous structures.
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Each cell contains a pair of homologous chromosomes.