Principle Of Inheritance And Variation Question 376
Question: Which of the following statements regarding: crossing-over is incorrect?
Options:
A) Crossing-over disrupts the linkage between genes on the same chromosome.
B) Crossing-over disrupts the linkage between genes on different chromosomes.
C) Crossing-over produces new genetic combinations.
D) Crossing-over produces non-parental chromosomes.
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Answer:
Correct Answer: B
Solution:
[b] Linked genes are found only on the same chromosome.
Crossing-over can result in the breakage of the link between such genes.