Q: What is the term for the exchange of genetic material between non-sister chromatids of homologous chromosomes?


Read this paragraph and choose the correct option from the provided answers:

When homologous chromosomes pair up during meiosis I, crossing-over can occur. Crossing-over is the exchange of genetic material between non-sister chromatids of homologous chromosomes. It results in new combinations of genes on each chromosome.

 Choices:

- inheritance

- asexual reproduction

- meiosis

- crossing-over


A:
crossing-over