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The pair of chromosomes that are similar in structure is called ________ chromosomes.

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks for the term used to describe a pair of chromosomes that are similar in structure. 2. **Identifying the Key Concept**: In genetics, chromosomes come in pairs, and when they are similar in structure and carry the same genes, they are referred to by a specific term. 3. **Defining the Term**: The correct term for a pair of chromosomes that are similar in structure is "homologous chromosomes." ...
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