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Heterogenous vs Miscellaneous - What's the difference?

heterogenous | miscellaneous |

As adjectives the difference between heterogenous and miscellaneous

is that heterogenous is derived from a different individual or species while miscellaneous is consisting of a variety of ingredients or parts.

heterogenous

English

Adjective

(head)
  • (genetics) derived from a different individual or species

    • miscellaneous

    English

    Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • Consisting of a variety of ingredients or parts.
  • Having diverse characteristics, abilities or appearances.

    • Derived terms

    * misc, (abbreviation)

    Related terms

    * miscellany * miscellanea