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BIO 101 BIO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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Chromosomal crossing over occurs between _____ chromatids
Options
A 2 sister
B 2 non-sister
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C 4 sister
D 4 non-sister
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Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Crossing over, the exchange of genetic material, occurs between non-sister chromatids of homologous chromosomes. This means a chromatid from one chromosome exchanges segments with a chromatid from its homologous partner.

Hint

Does crossing over happen between the two identical copies from the same chromosome, or between different chromosomes?

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