homolog

[US]/həˈmɒl.əɡ/
[UK]/həˈmɑː.ləɡ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a corresponding or similar thing; a similar organ; a homologue; a compound or substance that shares a common structure or origin
Word Forms
Pluralhomologs

Phrases & Collocations

gene homolog

protein homolog

homolog comparison

homolog analysis

homolog identification

homolog function

homolog sequence

homolog gene

homologous pair

homologous region

Example Sentences

scientists found a homolog in the genetic sequence.

homologous structures indicate a common ancestor.

the researchers studied the homolog of the gene in mice.

homolog pairs are essential for proper cell division.

they discovered a homolog that functions similarly in different species.

understanding homologs can help in evolutionary biology.

homologs are often used in comparative genomics.

the homolog of this protein is found in many organisms.

researchers are mapping homologous genes across species.

homolog analysis is crucial for understanding disease mechanisms.

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