Which statement best describes the process of crossing over?(1 point)

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Homologous chromatids pair up, and non-sister chromosomes exchange genetic material
Homologous chromatids pair up, and non-sister chromosomes exchange genetic material

Pairs of homologous chromosomes are divided in half and distributed randomly into new haploid cells
Pairs of homologous chromosomes are divided in half and distributed randomly into new haploid cells

Homologous chromosomes pair up, and non-sister chromatids exchange genetic material
Homologous chromosomes pair up, and non-sister chromatids exchange genetic material

Pairs of homologous chromatids are divided in half and distributed randomly into new diploid cells

Answer 1

The statement that best describes the process of crossing over is:

Homologous chromosomes pair up, and non-sister chromatids exchange genetic material.

Crossing over occurs during meiosis, specifically in prophase I, where homologous chromosomes align and exchange segments of genetic material. This process increases genetic diversity in the resulting gametes.