The Exchange of Genetic Material Between Chromatids on Homologous Chromosomes

question 256

Multiple Choice

The exchange of genetic material between chromatids on homologous chromosomes occurs during

• A) interphase.
• B) mitosis and meiosis.
• C) prophase I.
• D) anaphase I.
• E) anaphase II.

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