♦ ♦ ♦ Genetic Variability in Asexual Reproduction Flashcards
1
Q
What is the definition of crossing over?
A
At the 4n stage in meiosis, some chromosomes swap segments
2
Q
What is the definition of independent assortment?
A
Going from 4n → 2n + 2n → n + n + n + n that is the chromosomes 1, 2, 3, etc. get sorted out independently of each other.
3
Q
What is the definition of random fertilization?
A
A random sperm cell from a male combines with a random egg cell from female to make a genetically unique offspring.
