Explain the process of crossing over and how it increases genetic diversity.

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Mike Castaneda

Biology

8 February, 16:28

Explain the process of crossing over and how it increases genetic diversity.

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Laurel Steele · Answer 1

Crossing Over. Crossing over, or recombination, is the exchange of chromosome segments between nonsister chromatids in meiosis. Crossing over creates new combinations of genes in the gametes that are not found in either parent, contributing to genetic diversity.