Question

Crossing over occurs during __________.

a) Prophase I of meiosis
b) Metaphase of mitosis
c) Anaphase I of meiosis
d) Telophase of mitosis

Answer 1

Crossing over occurs during Prophase I of meiosis.

Step-by-step explanation:

Crossing over occurs during Prophase I of meiosis. During this phase, homologous chromosomes pair together and undergo a process called synapsis, where they exchange genetic material through a process called crossing over. This genetic exchange leads to genetic diversity in offspring.