Question
Each gamete produced has a different combination of genes from the organism. What causes these different combinations?
Responses
A DNA replication prior to mitosisDNA replication prior to mitosis
B Chromosomal replication during mitosisChromosomal replication during mitosis
C DNA transcription and translationDNA transcription and translation
D Independent assortment during meiosis
Responses
A DNA replication prior to mitosisDNA replication prior to mitosis
B Chromosomal replication during mitosisChromosomal replication during mitosis
C DNA transcription and translationDNA transcription and translation
D Independent assortment during meiosis
Answers
GPT-4o mini
The different combinations of genes in each gamete produced are primarily caused by **D. Independent assortment during meiosis**.
During meiosis, the homologous chromosomes are separated into different gametes in a random manner, resulting in a variety of combinations of alleles. This process, along with crossing over (exchange of genetic material between homologous chromosomes), contributes to genetic diversity in the gametes.
During meiosis, the homologous chromosomes are separated into different gametes in a random manner, resulting in a variety of combinations of alleles. This process, along with crossing over (exchange of genetic material between homologous chromosomes), contributes to genetic diversity in the gametes.