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What is another word for homocercal?

Pronunciation: [hˈɒmə͡ʊsəkə͡l] (IPA)

Homocercal is a term used in the field of biology to describe the characteristic of having a symmetrical tail, where the upper and lower lobes are equal in shape and size. While the term homocercal is specific to fish tails, other synonymous terms can be employed to convey the same meaning. One such synonym is "equilobate", derived from the Latin words "aequus" meaning equal, and "lobus" referring to a lobe. Additionally, the term "diphycercal" can also be used as a synonym for homocercal. Despite variations in terminology, these words serve as interchangeable descriptors to illustrate the biological attribute of having a tail with balanced lobes.
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It characterises the earlier periods of the earth's history, whereas in the secondary strata, or those newer than the Permian, the homocercal tail predominates.
"The Student's Elements of Geology"
Sir Charles Lyell
homocercal tail of fish.
"The Student's Elements of Geology"
Sir Charles Lyell

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