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What is the significance of crossing over in meiosis?
it allows growth of organisms and healing of tissues
identical offspring are produced to ensure offspring recognition
DNA is replicated to increase the amount of genetic material in cells
unique chromosomes are formed, increasing genetic variation in species
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Unique chromosomes are formed, increasing genetic variation in species.
Crossing over (exchange of DNA between homologous chromosomes during prophase I of meiosis) creates new allele combinations on chromosomes, which increases genetic diversity among gametes and thus in offspring.
Crossing over (exchange of DNA between homologous chromosomes during prophase I of meiosis) creates new allele combinations on chromosomes, which increases genetic diversity among gametes and thus in offspring.
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