Homogeneity

Homogeneity is uniformity that implies defects are spread throughout a production unit. Unlike an assembled product, a defective part cannot simply be removed and replaced.

Definition

According to Juran's Quality Handbook by Defeo (7th edition),

Homogeneity. Uniformity that implies defects are spread throughout a production unit. Unlike an assembled product, a defective part cannot simply be removed and replaced.