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| The pairing of homologous chromosomes, which does not occur in mitosis, is called synapsis. |
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| Each pair of homologous chromosomes is called a tetrad. |
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| Portions of chromatids may break off and attach to adjacent chromatids on the homologous chromosome- a process called crossing-over. This process permits the exchange of genetic material between maternal and paternal chromosomes. |
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| THe crossing-over process permits the exchange of genetic material between amternal and paternal chromosomes. Thus, genetic recombination results, because a new mixture of genetic material is created. |
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| The random separation of the homologous chromosomes is called independent assortment. |
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| The production of sperm cells is called spermatogenesis. |
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| The production of egg cells, or ova is called oogenesis. |
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| a short lived product of the formation of gametes by meiosis. |
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| It is the production of offspring through meiosis and the union of a sperm and an egg. |
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