The term used to describe homologous chromosomes exchanging genetic material during meiosis is called crossing over.
CROSSING OVER:
- Crossing over is the process whereby non-sister chromatids of homologous chromosomes (similar but non-identical chromosomes from each parent) exchange genetic material.
- Crossing over occurs in the prophase I stage of meiosis where homologous chromosomes lie side by side to form a structure called tetrad or bivalent.
- Crossing over ensures genetic diversity in the offsprings produced meiosis.
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