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BIO 101 BIO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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During crossing over, segments of sister chromatids break & reattach to each other
Options
A True
B False
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C
D
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Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

This statement is false. Crossing over involves the exchange of genetic material between non-sister chromatids of homologous chromosomes. Sister chromatids are identical copies and do not normally cross over with each other.

Hint

Does crossing over happen between sister chromatids or non-sister chromatids?

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