Cross-over At Biology Glossary

What is it? The site where two homologous DNA strands originating from homologous chromosomes are resealed to form the recombinant chromosome. The reciprocal exchange of genetic material to produce genetic recombinants. Sometimes abbreviated as X-over.

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