nonhomologous

Example:The nonhomologous gene was found to play a role in pathogen resistance.

Definition:Refers to a nonhomologous gene that has a different evolutionary origin from related genes in other species.

Example:The nonhomologous protein was identified as a novel enzyme in the metabolic pathway.

Definition:Describes a protein that is not homologous to related proteins in other organisms.

Example:The elongated limb is a nonhomologous trait in birds and bats, developed for flight.

Definition:Indicates a nonhomologous trait that has developed independently in different evolutionary lineages.

Example:The presence of a compound eye is a nonhomologous characteristic in insects and some arachnids.

Definition:Refers to a nonhomologous characteristic that is not shared with closely related species.