Explains what meiosis is and what happens during crossing over where genetic material is exchanged between chromosomes. This process is important for ensuring that there is lots of genetic variation in a population as it improves survival.

Concepts

genetic variation, meiosis

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Additional Tags

exchange of genetic material, genetic diversity, genetic mapping, recombination, buzzle.com: biologywise: crossing over and why is it important in meiosis?

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Classroom Considerations

• Knovation Readability Score: 3 (1 low difficulty, 5 high difficulty)
• The intended use for this resource is Instructional