Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

phenogram

noun

/ˈfiːnəɡræm/

Definition

A diagram or representation that visually depicts phenotypic features or characteristics.

Examples

The scientists used a phenogram to analyze the relationships between various plant species.
In the study, a phenogram was created to map the phenotypic variations within the animal population.

Meaning

Phenogram is typically used in biology to illustrate the similarities and differences in the traits of different organisms based on observable characteristics.