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Isomorphism (Noun)

Meaning

(biology) similarity or identity of form or shape or structure.

Classification

Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.

Examples

  • The concept of isomorphism in molecular biology refers to the phenomenon where different amino acid sequences adopt nearly identical three-dimensional structures.
  • The vestigial limbs of whales exhibit isomorphism with the limbs of their terrestrial ancestors, despite no longer being functional.
  • Comparative anatomists have identified numerous examples of isomorphism between the skeletons of different vertebrate groups, such as the forelimbs of birds and mammals.
  • Isomorphism can be observed in the uniform morphology of the body segments of many invertebrate animals, such as the repeating rings of an earthworm's body.
  • Phylogenetic analysis often relies on identifying isomorphism between the developmental processes of related species, allowing researchers to infer evolutionary relationships.

Synonyms

  • Isomorphy
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