Genetics

Crossing over and recombination

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Learn about the early stages of meiosis, including the key terms, differentiating between homologous chromosomes and sister chromatids, and the effects of chromosomal crossing over on genetic recombination. Explore the relationship between proximity on a chromosome and recombination.

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Describe when and how crossing over occurs during meiosis
Explore the relationship between proximity on a chromosome and recombination

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What is meant by crossing over, genetic recombination, homologous chromosomes and sister chromatids
What is happening on a molecular level during Meiosis I and II
How does genetic recombination affect the variation through inheritance
How the distance between genetic loci impacts the recombination and co-inheritance frequency

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University of Exeter

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Genetics

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