Suppose That Crossing-Over During Meiosis Occurs Within a Region Where

question 34

Multiple Choice

Suppose that crossing-over during meiosis occurs within a region where one of the homologous chromosomes has an inversion with respect to the other homolog. Which chromosomal alteration would you expect to find in the gametes produced by this organism?

• A) balanced translocations
• B) translocations
• C) both duplications and deletions
• D) deletions only

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