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Question
What is the significance of crossing over during meiosis?
Correct Answer
Option B is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
Crossing over, the exchange of genetic material between non-sister chromatids of homologous chromosomes during prophase I, produces new combinations of alleles on chromosomes (recombinants). This is a major source of genetic variation in gametes.
Hint
It shuffles genes between homologous chromosomes.