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There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Crossing Over.
Crossing Over - as a noun
The interchange of sections between pairing homologous chromosomes during the prophase of meiosis
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
crossoverExample Sentences
"The crossing over of genetic material can result in the formation of new combinations of traits."
"During meiosis, crossing over occurs when homologous chromosomes exchange genetic information."
"The phenomenon of crossing over was first described by Thomas Hunt Morgan in 1911."
"The location of crossing over can be observed through the presence of chiasmata."
"Faulty crossing over can lead to genetic abnormalities and diseases."
