AP Biology : Population Genetics

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Example Question #9 : Understanding Crossing Over

When in meiosis does crossing over occur?

Possible Answers:

Anaphase I

Metaphase I

Telophase I

Prophase I

Interphase

Correct answer:

Prophase I

Explanation:

Crossing over occurs during prophase I when parts of the homologous chromosomes overlap and switch their genes.

Example Question #2271 : Ap Biology

Which of the following affect the frequency of chromosomes of two linked genes crossing over?

Possible Answers:

Whether the genes are dominant or recessive

Distance between the genes

Size of the gene

Size of the chromosome

Correct answer:

Distance between the genes

Explanation:

The recombination frequency depends upon the distance between the genes; a larger distance between the genes increases the probability of crossing over occurring.

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