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The process by which homologous chromosomes exchange genetic material?

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Answer: crossing over

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Crossing over, as related to genetics and genomics, refers to the exchange of DNA between paired homologous chromosomes (one from each parent) that occurs during the development of egg and sperm cells (meiosis).
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