Question

What are homologous chromosomes?
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GPT-4o mini
Homologous chromosomes are pairs of chromosomes that have the same structure and gene sequence, one inherited from each parent. They are similar in size, shape, and the genes they carry, though they may have different alleles for some of those genes. During meiosis, homologous chromosomes pair up and can exchange genetic material through a process called recombination, contributing to genetic diversity in offspring.