Question
What is "crossing over," and during which phase does it occur?
A. Exchange of genetic material; occurs during Prophase I
B. Separation of sister chromatids; occurs during Metaphase II
C. Division of cytoplasm; occurs during Telophase I
D. DNA replication; occurs during Interphase
A. Exchange of genetic material; occurs during Prophase I
B. Separation of sister chromatids; occurs during Metaphase II
C. Division of cytoplasm; occurs during Telophase I
D. DNA replication; occurs during Interphase
Answers
GPT-4o mini
A. Exchange of genetic material; occurs during Prophase I
Crossing over is the process where homologous chromosomes exchange genetic material during meiosis, specifically during Prophase I. This contributes to genetic diversity in the resulting gametes.
Crossing over is the process where homologous chromosomes exchange genetic material during meiosis, specifically during Prophase I. This contributes to genetic diversity in the resulting gametes.