Principle Of Inheritance And Variation Question 398

Question: One chromosome of a homologous pair carries the genes J and K. The other chromosome of the pair carries the genes j and k at corresponding loci. Crossing over results in exchange of chromosome segments and production of gametes with new combinations of genes. A recombinant type gamete resulting from this crossover might contain:

Options:

A) Genes J and K

B) Genes j and K

C) Genes J and j

D) Genes j and k

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Answer:

Correct Answer: B

Solution:

[b] Crossing over does not alter the traits that are coded for it only affects the variant that is coded for.