What Is the First Step in Genetic Recombination

question 59

Multiple Choice

What is the first step in genetic recombination?

• A)lengthening of the chromosomes
• B)the introduction of single-stranded breaks in aligned DNA molecules
• C)the introduction of double-stranded breaks in aligned DNA molecules
• D)the accurate alignment of DNA molecules
• E)the exchange of pieces of DNA between homologous chromosomes

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