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13 March, 04:17

A model of a specific event during meiosis is shown with various possible combinations. Which statement correctly cites evidence from the model to support the idea that meiosis increases genetic diversity?

A) Chromosomes can coil during meiosis, creating a combination of alleles that are new.

B) Chromosomes can mutate randomly during meiosis creating new phenotypes in the daughter cells.

C) Chromosomes can replicate during meiosis, producing additional DNA with which to pass on to the daughter cells.

D) Chromosomes can align in metaphase I in multiple possible arrangements in a process called independent assortment.

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  1. 13 March, 05:25
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    The answer is D. Independent assortment allows for different combinations to occur, resulting in genetic diversity.
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