Question

value: 1
what is the name of the process where homologous chromosomes exchange genetic material during meiosis i?
○ a. mitosis
○ b. fertilization
○ c. replication
○ d. crossing over

Explanation:

• Mitosis is a process of cell division that results in two daughter cells each having the same number and kind of chromosomes as the parent nucleus.
• Fertilization is the fusion of gametes to form a new organism.
• Replication is the process of copying DNA.
• Crossing over is the exchange of genetic material between homologous chromosomes during meiosis I.

Answer:

d. crossing over