AP BIOLOGY

CELL DIVISION

MEIOSIS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is crossing over?
A
When two homologous chromosomes transfer and exchange genetic information between themselves in Prophase I
B
When two homologous chromosomes lie side by side and form tetrad.
C
When two sister chromatids transfer and exchange genetic Information in Prophase I
D
It is a process that occurs in Prophase II of Mitosis
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Recombination in meiosis. Recombination occurs when two molecules of DNA exchange pieces of their genetic material with each other. One of the most notable examples of recombination takes place during meiosis (specifically, during prophase I), when homologous chromosomes line up in pairs and swap segments of DNA.

Detailed explanation-2: -Crossing over, as related to genetics and genomics, refers to the exchange of DNA between paired homologous chromosomes (one from each parent) that occurs during the development of egg and sperm cells (meiosis).

Detailed explanation-3: -When homologous chromosomes form pairs during prophase I of meiosis I, crossing-over can occur. Crossing-over is the exchange of genetic material between homologous chromosomes. It results in new combinations of genes on each chromosome.

Detailed explanation-4: -Prophase II Chromatin condenses to form visible chromosomes again. The nuclear envelope and nucleolus disintegrate, and spindle fibers begin to appear. No crossing over occurs.

Detailed explanation-5: -Crossing over is the exchange of genetic material between non-sister chromatids of homologous chromosomes during meiosis, which results in new allelic combinations in the daughter cells.

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