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What is the random distribution of chromosomes during meiosis called

genetic variation
recombination
crossing over
independent assortment​

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It is : independent assortment​

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When cells divide during meiosis, homologous chromosomes are randomly distributed during anaphase I, separating and segregating independently of each other. This is called independent assortment. It results in gametes that have unique combinations of chromosomes.

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