Question

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why are offspring similar to their parents but not identical?
offspring get half of their offspring from each parent but the genes are the same for all offspring.
offspring get all of their genes from only one parent.
offspring get specific genes from one parent and a random set from the other parent.
offspring get half of their offspring from each parent with both sets of genes being random.

Explanation:

In sexual reproduction, offspring inherit half of their genes from each parent. During meiosis (gamete formation), genetic recombination (crossing - over) and independent assortment occur. This leads to a random combination of genes from each parent. So, offspring get half of their genes from each parent with both sets of genes being random.

Answer:

Offspring get half of their genes from each parent with both sets of genes being random.