Question

Which statement describes how the process shown in the diagram results in

new inheritable genetic combinations?
Egg-
Offspring
nucleus
19
Sperm
Zygote
Gamete
nuclei
A. Independent assortment produces random combinations of
chromosomes that are passed to offspring.
B. Fertilization produces new combinations of alleles in offspring as
gametes from two individuals combine.
C. Conjugation allows for the transfer of genes into new cells.
D. Crossing over produces new combinations of alleles that are
passed to offspring.

Answer 1

Apart from this reduction in chromosome number, meiosis differs from mitosis in yet another way. Specifically, meiosis creates new combinations of genetic material in each of the four daughter cells.