isobilateral
- adjective
- /ˌaɪsoʊbaɪˈlætərəl/
- Specialized
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isobilateral
- Unlike dorsiventral leaves, isobilateral leaves have symmetrical upper and lower surfaces.
Examples
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Grasses typically possess isobilateral leaves, which facilitates efficient photosynthesis on both sides.
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An isobilateral structure can be seen in the butterfly's wings.
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The scientist observed an isobilateral arrangement of cells in the plant tissue.
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The isobilateral design of the building impresses visitors.
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Grasses typically possess isobilateral leaves, which facilitates efficient photosynthesis on both sides.
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Unlike dorsiventral leaves, isobilateral leaves have symmetrical upper and lower surfaces.
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An isobilateral structure can be seen in the butterfly's wings, showcasing its symmetry.
Synonyms
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4.1
A shape or object that has matching parts on both sides when you cut it down the middle
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4.3
The same on both sides when split down the middle
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5.7
Having the same parts on both sides of a middle line, like a leaf or face
Having two matching halves on each side of a middle line
The left and right sides of a body or object match each other
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Isobilateral breaks into iso- 'equal', bi- 'two', and lateral 'side'. So an isobilateral structure has two sides that are the same, like a leaf that looks alike on the top and the bottom.