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homologation

homologation

9.9
The process of deciding which body parts or genes come from the same ancestor
  • noun
  • /həˌmɒləˈɡeɪʃən/
  • Specialized
translation icon : homologación
  • Accurate homologation of anatomical features is essential for reconstructing evolutionary relationships.

Examples

  • The homologation of certain genes in humans and mice helps scientists study genetic diseases.

  • Debates about the homologation of insect wings and crustacean limbs continue among evolutionary biologists.

  • The homologation of the species was confirmed through genetic testing.

  • Scientists performed a homologation to trace the evolution of the species.

  • The homologation of certain genes in humans and mice helps scientists study genetic diseases.

  • Accurate homologation of anatomical features is essential for reconstructing evolutionary relationships.

  • Debates about the homologation of insect wings and crustacean limbs continue among evolutionary biologists.

Surface Forms

homologation singular
homologations plural

Morphology

homologation = homologate (semi-transparent) = homolog + ation

A regular nominalization of 'homologate' meaning the act of establishing homology; morphologically transparent, though the concept is domain-specific (biology).

Etymology

Homologation comes from the Greek prefix homo- meaning 'same' and a root found in homologous that carries the idea of sameness or agreement. In biology it means identifying parts, genes, or organs that are 'the same' by origin, so the word points to a shared ancestry.