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A new combination of hereditary material is produced in offspring through _____.

asexual reproduction
sexual reproduction

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sexual reproduction

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The correct answer would be sexual reproduction.

Sexual reproduction leads to the development of genetic variation in the offspring in two ways:

Crossing over: Exchange of genetic material between non-sister chromatids of homologous chromosomes takes place during the formation of gametes.

Fertilization: The two gametes fertilize to form a zygote. Thus, the genetic material of zygote is contributed by both the parents.

These two factors form a new combination of genes in an offspring which is different from either parent.

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