What is another word for gene family?
Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈiːn fˈamɪli] (IPA) 
Gene families are groups of genes with similar sequences and functions that may have evolved from a common ancestral gene. These families often share structural and biochemical properties, such as protein domains or catalytic activities. Alternatives to the term "gene family" include "gene cluster," "gene superfamily," and "homologous gene group." A gene cluster refers to a group of physically linked genes that share common regulatory elements and often function together. A gene superfamily refers to a larger group of genes with related functions, often from different species. Homologous gene groups are sets of genes in different species that share a common ancestor and are therefore related in sequence and function.
