Homologous Chromosome

Real World Example

Imagine you're trying to find a pair of matching socks in a drawer full of mixed-up socks. Just like two socks that form a matching pair, homologous chromosomes are two chromosomes that have the same structure and gene sequence, making them a perfect match in terms of genetic information. In this analogy, each sock represents one chromosome, and the matching features (such as color and pattern) are like the gene sequences and structure that make the chromosomes homologous.